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National Dish Israel: Za'atar Roasted Potatoes (Recipe)
Discover Za’atar Roasted Potatoes, a fragrant taste of the Middle East that turns a humble spud into something special. …
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If Israel has a national dish, it is falafel: crisp chickpea fritters stuffed into pita with salads and tahini. Start with our Falafel recipe, then browse 128 more Israeli classics, from everyday cooking to festive specialities.
The Most Famous Israeli Dishes
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Falafel
Falafel must be made from soaked dried chickpeas, never cooked or tinned ones. Tinned chickpeas contain too much water and the balls disintegrate in the oil. This single point …
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Shakshuka
Discover Shakshuka, the bright, spice-laden dish often crowned as Israel's national favourite. Eggs are gently poached in a rich sauce of tomatoes, peppers and warming spices, …
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Sabich
Discover Sabich, one of Israel's best-loved street foods. This generous pita sandwich brings together silky fried aubergine, sliced hard-boiled egg and a swirl of nutty tahini, all …
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Challah
Meet Challah, the glossy, golden braided loaf at the heart of Jewish festive tables. Lightly sweetened and beautifully plaited, it is a bread that feeds the eyes as much as the …
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Israeli Salad
Discover Israeli Salad, a bright celebration of fresh vegetables and simple, sunny flavours. Finely diced tomatoes, crisp cucumber and colourful peppers are tossed with olive oil, …
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National Dish Israel: Za'atar Manakish (Recipe)
Meet Za’atar Manakish, a fragrant Middle Eastern flatbread that has earned a devoted following across Israel. Golden, …
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National Dish Israel: Yogurt and Cucumber Dip (Recipe)
Cool, creamy and wonderfully refreshing, Yogurt and Cucumber Dip is a cornerstone of the Israeli table. Thick yogurt is folded …
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National Dish Israel: Yemenite Malawach (Recipe)
Meet Malawach, a wonderfully flaky pan-fried flatbread that travelled from Yemen to become a treasured part of the Israeli table. …
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National Dish Israel: Yemenite Chicken Soup (Recipe)
Warming, aromatic and deeply comforting, Yemenite chicken soup is far more than a simple bowl of broth. Rooted in the rich …
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National Dish Israel: Yemeni Soup (Recipe)
Warm your kitchen with Yemeni Soup, a soul-soothing bowl that has become a firm favourite in Israel. Tender pieces of lamb simmer …
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National Dish Israel: Turmeric Rice (Recipe)
Say hello to Turmeric Rice, a fragrant rice dish that glows a warm, sunny gold thanks to a single spice: turmeric. Beyond its …
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National Dish Israel: Tunisian Fricassee (Recipe)
Meet the Tunisian Fricassee, a much-loved street food that has become a firm favourite in Israel. These little fried rolls wrap a …
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National Dish Israel: Tbit (Recipe)
Meet Tbit, a soul-warming Israeli classic that turns a simple pot of meat and rice into something worth gathering around. Tender …
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National Dish Israel: Tbeet (Recipe)
Meet Tbeet, a soulful slow-baked dish that sits at the heart of Israel’s Iraqi-Jewish table. Tender chicken is set among …
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National Dish Israel: Tahini Cookies (Recipe)
Meet Tahini Cookies, a wonderfully cosy way to enjoy the flavours of the eastern Mediterranean. These little biscuits owe their …
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National Dish Israel: Tahini (Recipe)
Discover Tahini, the silky sesame paste at the very heart of Israeli cooking. Nutty, creamy and endlessly useful, it turns up …
Read more →What is the national dish of Israel?
Israel has no single official national dish, but falafel is the one most often given that title, crisp chickpea fritters stuffed into pita with salads and tahini. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 128 more authentic Israeli recipes.
What food is Israel famous for?
Beyond falafel, Israel is famous for dishes like Shakshuka, Sabich and Challah. This page collects 129 authentic Israeli recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.