Middle Eastern Cuisine is very interesting, versatile and has a broad taste range. The flavors and the texture combine to give you a unique ethereal experience, which you can thoroughly enjoy. In this article, we will read about some of the top Middle Eastern Dishes. So be prepared for a gastronomical delightful adventure.
Hummus
This is a tasty mashed chickpea dip. It is made with tahini (a paste made from sesame seeds), garlic, olive oil and lemon juice. It is an enticing appetizer, served along with pita bread. It is an ancient food and nutritionally very rich.
Falafel
These are deep fried balls which are made from ground chickpeas and broad bean. It is a traditional Middle Eastern food. It is enjoyed as a snack or an assortment of appetizers.Falafel is also a famous form of street food. It is a protein rich food and has many vitamins and minerals. It makes a tasty sandwich inside a pitta bread along with veggies.
Tabouleh
It is an Arabian vegetarian dish. It is made of tomatoes, mint, chopped parsley, bulgur, and onion. The seasoning includes olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. This dish is originally from the mountains of Syria and Lebanon. It has become one of the most popular salads of the Middle East.
Pitta bread
It is known as Arabic bread. The pitta bread is warm, toasted, soft and slightly flat bread. Traditionally they are baked in brick ovens where high temperature is used. Due to the high temperature, they puff up and look delicious. Pitta bread is made from wheat flour and it is the most versatile food in Middle Eastern Cooking.
Turkish coffee
This coffee has a rich bold taste. It has a dash of cinnamon flavor. The ground coffee beans are simmered in a pot along with sugar and allowed to settle. The resultant coffee is black as hell, strong as death and sweet as love according to an ancient Turkish proverb.
