Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Food

a dish of ground lamb with eggplants, onions, and tomatoes topped with cheese, originated in Greece

a Middle Eastern dish consisting of vegetables, such as grape leaves or bell peppers, stuffed with a mixture of rice, meat, and/or spices

a savory pastry made with thin layers of phyllo dough, typically filled with cheese, meat, or vegetables, and often eaten as a snack or appetizer in various Middle Eastern and Balkan cuisines

a dish of mashed chickpeas made into balls and deep fried, originated in the Middle East

a dish of small steamed balls of crushed wheat, originated in North Africa

a North African dish typically made with slow-cooked meat, vegetables, and spices

a North African and Middle Eastern dish made with poached eggs cooked in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce

a dish that is a paste made with mashed sesame seeds and chickpeas with lemon juice, garlic, and oil, originated in the Middle East

Hummus can be served as an appetizer or a side dish with grilled meats.

an Egyptian and Sudanese dish made from cooked fava beans typically seasoned with garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil

food made with pieces of meat and vegetables roasted or grilled on fire, typically on a skewer

They ordered chicken kebabs served with a side of rice and tzatziki sauce.

(in some Arabic-speaking countries) cooked meat served in thin slices, usually with pitta bread

a traditional Catalan dish made from roasted vegetables, typically eggplant, bell peppers, and onions

small cubes of marinated meat and vegetables cooked on a skewer

a Middle Eastern dish made from roasted or grilled eggplant, mashed and mixed with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and other seasonings

an Egyptian dish made of lentils, rice, macaroni, and chickpeas, typically topped with tomato sauce

a Middle Eastern dish made of layers of rice, meat, such as chicken, lamb, or beef, and vegetables

a popular Israeli street food dish made with pita bread stuffed with fried eggplant, boiled eggs, and various accompaniments

a traditional Jordanian dish made with lamb cooked in fermented yogurt, usually served over rice

a Middle Eastern cheese made from cow's or sheep's milk that is typically aged and seasoned with spices

a popular Middle Eastern flatbread that is typically topped with a variety of ingredients such as za'atar, cheese, minced meat, or vegetables

a Middle Eastern dish made of ground meat, typically lamb or beef, mixed with spices and bulgur wheat, and often shaped into balls

a selection of small, flavorful dishes that are typically served as appetizers or side dishes in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan cuisines

a traditional Moroccan soup made with lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, and spices

a Moroccan dish made with layers of thin pastry filled with shredded meat, often chicken or pigeon, almonds, and spices

a Middle Eastern dessert commonly consumed during the month of Ramadan

a popular North African and Middle Eastern dish made from roasted bell peppers and tomatoes, cooked with spices and herbs