As summer comes to an end, people across the region are preparing for pantry season. A whole bunch of delicious foods come out in the fall, so be smart enough to catch them at the right time. Here's a list of a few foods from across the MENA region you have to have in the coming months:
1. Makdous
2. Kebbet La2teen
Pumpkin + Kebbe= Heaven
3. Couscous
Because pumpkin & sweet potato make the perfect toppings!
4. Maghrood
It's date season, making Libya's dessert at its best!
5. Rangeena
Made from both dates & walnuts, rangeena is known by different names depending on where you are in the region. What do you call it?
6. Olives
Morocco, Syria, Algeria, Tunisia & Egypt among the top 10 largest producing countries. Which means more labneh for us!
7. Olive Oil
Per capita consumption around Tunisia, Syria, Jordan & Lebanon averages around 8L. Recognize this?
8. Kishik
Either as a porridge or in a man'oushe. Perfect time to stock up!
9. Walnuts
As the second-largest walnut producing country, Iran has sure got us all in love. Get ready for ma3moul & qatayef!