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moussaka
/maʊsˈɑːkə/
noun
a dish of ground lamb with eggplants, onions, and tomatoes topped with cheese, originated in Greece
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dolma
/dɑːlmə/
noun
a Middle Eastern dish consisting of vegetables, such as grape leaves or bell peppers, stuffed with a mixture of rice, meat, and/or spices
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borek
/bɜːɹɛk/
noun
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
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falafel
/fəˈɫɑfəɫ/
noun
a dish of mashed chickpeas made into balls and deep fried, originated in the Middle East
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couscous
/kˈuːskuːs/
noun
a dish of small steamed balls of crushed wheat, originated in North Africa
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tajine
/tædʒaɪn/
noun
a North African dish typically made with slow-cooked meat, vegetables, and spices
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shakshouka
/ʃækʃaʊkə/
noun
a North African and Middle Eastern dish made with poached eggs cooked in a spiced tomato and pepper sauce
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hummus
/ˈhʊməs/
noun
a dish that is a paste made with mashed sesame seeds and chickpeas with lemon juice, garlic, and oil, originated in the Middle East
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ful medames
/fʌl mɛdeɪmz/
noun
an Egyptian and Sudanese dish made from cooked fava beans typically seasoned with garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil
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kebab
/kəˈbɑb/
noun
food made with pieces of meat and vegetables broiled on fire, typically on a skewer
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gyro
/ˈdʒaɪˌɹoʊ/
noun
a Greek and Middle Eastern food item made by cooking meat on a vertical rotisserie grill, thinly slicing it, and serving it on a pita bread with vegetables and tzatziki sauce
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shawarma
/ʃˈæwɔːɹmə/
noun
(in some Arabic-speaking countries) cooked meat served in thin slices, usually with pitta bread
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escalivada
/ˌɛskɐlɪvɑːdə/
noun
a traditional Catalan dish made from roasted vegetables, typically eggplant, bell peppers, and onions
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shish kebab
/ʃˈɪʃ kəbˈɑːb/
noun
small cubes of marinated meat and vegetables cooked on a skewer
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baba ghanoush
/bɑːbə ɡəˈnuːʃ/
noun
a Middle Eastern dish made from roasted or grilled eggplant, mashed and mixed with tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and other seasonings
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koshary
/kɑːʃɚɹi/
noun
an Egyptian dish made of lentils, rice, macaroni, and chickpeas, typically topped with tomato sauce
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maqluba
/mækluːbə/
noun
a Middle Eastern dish made of layers of rice, meat (such as chicken, lamb, or beef), and vegetables
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sabich
/sæbɪtʃ/
noun
a popular Israeli street food dish made with pita bread stuffed with fried eggplant, boiled eggs, and various accompaniments
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mansaf
/mænsæf/
noun
a traditional Jordanian dish made with lamb cooked in fermented yogurt, usually served over rice
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shanklish
/ʃæŋklɪʃ/
noun
a Middle Eastern cheese made from cow's or sheep's milk that is typically aged and seasoned with spices
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manakish
/mænækɪʃ/
noun
a popular Middle Eastern flatbread that is typically topped with a variety of ingredients such as za'atar, cheese, minced meat, or vegetables
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kibbeh
/kɪbe/
noun
a Middle Eastern dish made of ground meat, typically lamb or beef, mixed with spices and bulgur wheat, and often shaped into balls
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meze
/ˈmɛzɛ/
noun
a selection of small, flavorful dishes that are typically served as appetizers or side dishes in Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and Balkan cuisines
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harira
/hɑːɹiəɹə/
noun
a traditional Moroccan soup made with lentils, chickpeas, tomatoes, and spices
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pastilla
/pæstɪlə/
noun
a Moroccan dish made with layers of thin pastry filled with shredded meat (often chicken or pigeon), almonds, and spices
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qatayef
/kæɾeɪɛf/
noun
a Middle Eastern dessert commonly consumed during the month of Ramadan
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matbucha
/mætbʌtʃə/
noun
a popular North African and Middle Eastern dish made from roasted bell peppers and tomatoes, cooked with spices and herbs
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lablabi
/læblɐbɪ/
noun
a Tunisian dish made from chickpeas cooked in a flavorful broth with spices and served with bread
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