6 Iconic Dishes to Eat in Egypt (And How to Order Like a Local)
From Koshary (Abou Tarek Lentil-Pasta-Crispy Onion Bowl) (Koshary) to Ta'ameya (Egyptian Fava Falafel), here is what to order and what it should cost in E£ (EGP).
Koshary (Abou Tarek Lentil-Pasta-Crispy Onion Bowl) (Koshary) — E£293–E£878
Authentic Egyptian specialty from Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum: Koshary (Abou Tarek Lentil-Pasta-Crispy Onion Bowl), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum (Cairo International Airport (CAI)).
Ta'ameya (Egyptian Fava Falafel) (Ta'ameya) — E£293–E£878
Authentic Egyptian specialty from Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum: Ta'ameya (Egyptian Fava Falafel), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum (Cairo International Airport (CAI)).
Ful Medames (Ful Medames) — E£293–E£878
Authentic Egyptian specialty from Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum: Ful Medames, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum (Cairo International Airport (CAI)).
Hamam Mahshi (Hamam Mahshi) — E£293–E£878
Authentic Egyptian specialty from Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum: Hamam Mahshi, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Cairo, Giza Pyramids, Saqqara & Grand Egyptian Museum (Cairo International Airport (CAI)).
Tagine Bamia bil Lahma (Baked Okra (Tagine Bamia bil Lahma (Baked Okra) — E£293–E£878
Authentic Egyptian specialty from Luxor (Ancient Thebes), Karnak, Valley of the Kings & Dendera: Tagine Bamia bil Lahma (Baked Okra, best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Luxor (Ancient Thebes), Karnak, Valley of the Kings & Dendera (Luxor International Airport (LXR)).
Lamb Claypot) (Lamb Claypot)) — E£293–E£878
Authentic Egyptian specialty from Luxor (Ancient Thebes), Karnak, Valley of the Kings & Dendera: Lamb Claypot), best enjoyed fresh at traditional neighborhood markets and family-run dining rooms. Where to try: Luxor (Ancient Thebes), Karnak, Valley of the Kings & Dendera (Luxor International Airport (LXR)).