Rice gently cooked with milk and a touch of salt, savory and soothing rather than sweet. ¹⁾

Fava beans dressed with oil, lemon, cumin, and fresh herbs, often eaten at room temperature. ²⁾

Molokhia soup made with chicken stock, lighter and more herbal than meat-based versions. ³⁾

Flaky layered pastry served warm with cheese, molasses, or vegetables. ⁴⁾

Okra stew cooked gently with tomato and garlic, thinner and vegetable-forward. ⁵⁾

Sun-leavened bread baked in village ovens with a soft interior and mild aroma. ⁶⁾

Fresh white cheese served with parsley, onions, olives, and bread as a complete meal. ⁷⁾

Fragrant rice dish highlighting fresh green herbs from local farms. ⁸⁾

Eggplant filled with rice and herbs, lightly seasoned and baked. ⁹⁾

Thick, warming soup combining grains and legumes for a filling meal. ¹⁰⁾

Rice enriched with clarified butter and caramelized onions, rustic and satisfying. ¹¹⁾

Mildly fermented vegetables with gentle tang, served as side dishes. ¹²⁾

Simple rural dessert pairing local dates with fresh milk. ¹³⁾

Warm semolina cooked with milk and sugar, served for breakfast or dessert. ¹⁴⁾

Sweet-savory combination of black molasses, bread, and white cheese. ¹⁵⁾