Ta'ameya
Falafel’s Egyptian cousin swaps chickpeas for fava beans—and trades levity for earthy heft.
Egypt
Four thousand years of continuity, and the modern country living on top of it.
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Duqqa
An Egyptian and Middle Eastern condiment of pounded herbs, nuts—usually hazelnut—and spices, served with bread or vegetables.
Falafel
A deep-fried or baked fritter made from soaked, uncooked chickpeas and herbs, shaped into balls or patties.
Ful medames
A stew of soft-cooked fava beans served with olive oil, cumin, and optional herbs and spices.
Koshary
A layered Egyptian street food of pasta, rice, lentils, chickpeas, tomato sauce, garlic vinegar, and fried onions.