Egypt through the eyes of a foodie

Egypt through the eyes of a foodie Egypt is a country that holds the secrets of ancient civilization for several thousand years. If, while resting here, you only lay on the beach and did not go out of the hotel, then it's safe to say that you have not visited Egypt. While in the "land of the pharaohs", be sure to try the traditional cuisine. Many Middle Eastern countries nearby have influenced the food culture of the Egyptian people.

All major Egyptian dishes are made with rice, beans, and vegetables. Other cereals may also be used in cooking, but much less frequently. It is surprising for the Russian person that 90% Egyptians have never heard of buckwheat groats, and certainly have not seen or tasted. More popular is koshari. It will especially appeal to Italians or other pasta lovers. In addition to pasta, koshari is made with rice, sometimes lentils and chickpeas. For those who do not know, chickpeas are also one of the symbols of oriental cuisine, in common parlance "chickpeas". The vermicelli are fried in oil and the pasta, rice, lentils and chickpeas are boiled. All this is mixed and fried onions, spices and tomato sauce are added. As a result, we have an original combination of flavors, for the Russian tourists is quite unusual. Gourmets will appreciate it.

Another national dish is foul. The name may sound different, but "foul" sounds in all its interpretations. It is made of legumes, mainly beans, with the addition of oil, lemon juice, and, of course, spices. It is a very healthy and nutritious breakfast for Egyptians.

If you come to rest on the Red Sea, it is impossible to resist the seafood. But the hotels rarely serve fish. Another reason to go beyond its limits and go to a specialty restaurant, where you can enjoy dishes from fish, squid, shrimp. Fish can be fried, baked, stewed for you - there are many ways to prepare it.

There is also an unusual dish for the Russian tourist - stuffed pigeon. It is unusual to eat the "symbol of fertility and peace. But still, the pigeon carcass, stuffed with rice and baked on coals, is an exquisite delicacy for the Egyptians.

In this country, even those with a sweet tooth will find something to please them. Various sweets, pastries, pancakes, cakes. Almost all sweets are made with the addition of honey, as well as nuts. It looks and tastes very appetizing. If you want something less sweet, try milk rice pudding. You can add nuts, coconut oil, or your favorite honey. Just don't overdo it with sweets, or they will start to deposit on your waist in the form of "patties".

The most popular drink in Egypt is tea: black, green, red, yellow and herbal. A favorite drink among the local population is Kakade tea, which is brewed from the petals of the Sudanese rose. It can be drunk both cold and hot. In both cases, it is an excellent tonic for the body, in addition to quenching thirst. The only problem is the small size of the cup, you will have to drink at least 2-3 to quench your thirst.

This is not all the culinary delights the pharaohs ate. Just come and taste.