Egyptians have always enjoyed a rich variety of foods, thanks to fertility of their soil from the Nile river. In ancient times bread and beer was a staple, as well as a range of vegetables, particularly garlic, onion and beans, as well as meats, fish, poultry and various seasonings.
Nadine prepared dips, one of Beetroot and the other of Roasted Pumpkin, Cashews and Parmesan Cheese.
Julie made Ful Medames which is an Egyptian staple dish made of stewed beans with seasonings.
Anne made Dukkah-crusted Chicken with Roasted Carrot Salad
Wendy paired Egyptian Potato Casserole with Fattoush, a salad dressed with lemon and Sumac.
Kathy prepared Kushari, a vegetarian recipe of lentils, rice and macaroni, with a tomato sauce and caramelised onions.
Credits:
Anne’s Dukkah-crusted Chicken is from taste.com.au
Wendy’s Fattoush is from SBS Food. Her Egyptian Potato Casserole is from Cookpad
Nadine’s Pumpkin, Cashew and Parmesan dip is from Thermofun. Her Beetroot dip is from My Food Story.
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