authentic Egyptian recipes
Strawberry and Rose Cordial Strawberry and Rose Cordial, what could be more perfect for a refreshing summer drink than a glass filled with lots of ice and all the scents and flavours of an idyllic summer. We associate Strawberries, with the long hot summers of …
Home-made Lemonade Home-made lemonade is traditionally tart, whilst at the same time sweet. Such a lovely refreshing drink on a hot day, especially served with lots of ice. Most people love the fresh citrus tang. But I know some people have find it a little …
Watermelon Cooler Watermelon cooler; on a hot summers’ day this is the ideal drink. The twist of lime adds freshness to the beautifully sweet watermelon. When it’s watermelon season and they’re beautifully ripe and sweet, this is a delightful alternative for this great fruit. …
Date Milkshake. Naturally sweet and beautifully creamy. If you’re wanting a natural treat, that everyone’s sure to love, you can’t get better.
Lemon Yoghurt Drink This Lemon Yoghurt Drink is fantastic. I was introduced to it relatively recently, when we went to share an Iftar meal during Ramadan with friends. It’s really refreshing and silky smooth. They say….”When Life Gives You Lemons,… Make Lemonade.” Well I say …
Hibiscus drink This glorious Hibiscus drink – known in Egypt as Karkadé and pronounced kark-a-day is an amazing fruit cordial. It’s made from dried Hibiscus sepals ( part of the flower). Not only does it taste great but it looks truly beautiful too. Hibiscus drink …
Mango Yoghurt Drink Mango Yoghurt Drink Mango Yoghurt Drink is a deliciously, rich, silky smooth drink with the gloriously exotic taste of mangoes. The best drink ever when mangoes are in season. A chilled mango yoghurt drink is a real treat When it’s hot outdoors …
pickled turnip with beetroot Pickled turnip is a favourite side dish on any table in Egypt. Pickles are served with just about every meal over there; breakfast, lunch and dinner. They’re also wonderful popped into a kebab or a falafel sandwich, much as you would …
Chicken Egyptian Style – Poached (and then cooked in butter) chicken Chicken Egyptian Style ensures the meat is always moist and flavoursome, and the skin is beautifully buttery and crisp. It can therefore be likened to the French classics Duck Confit and Chicken Confit. The …
Cheese Bread: Learn to make delicious Cheese Bread – incredibly easy to make, they look incredible, and most importantly they taste delicious.