English Words for "Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Food"

Here you will learn the names of different Mediterranean and Middle Eastern foods in English such as "falafel", "shish kebab", and "hummus".

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Foods and Drinks
moussaka [noun]

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

dolma [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

borek [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

falafel [noun]

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

couscous [noun]

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

tajine [noun]

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

hummus [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

Ex: I like to pair my hummus with cucumber slices for a light snack .

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

kebab [noun]

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

Ex: She prepared vegetarian kebabs with marinated tofu , bell peppers , and mushrooms .
shawarma [noun]

(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

koshary [noun]

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

maqluba [noun]

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

sabich [noun]

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

mansaf [noun]

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

manakish [noun]

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

kibbeh [noun]

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

meze [noun]

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

harira [noun]

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

pastilla [noun]

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

qatayef [noun]

a Middle Eastern dessert commonly consumed during the month of Ramadan

matbucha [noun]

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