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National Dish Israel: Chocolate Babka (Recipe)
Meet Chocolate Babka, a plaited sweet bread that has become a firm favourite on Israel’s coffee tables. Ribbons of dark …
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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: Charoset (Recipe)
Meet Charoset, a sweet, spiced paste that sits at the heart of the Jewish Passover table. Made from grated apple, chopped nuts, …
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National Dish Israel: Chamin (Recipe)
Meet Chamin, the slow-cooked stew that lies at the very heart of the Israeli table. Left to bubble away gently overnight, it draws …
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National Dish Israel: Challah (Recipe)
Meet Challah, the glossy, golden braided loaf at the heart of Jewish festive tables. Lightly sweetened and beautifully plaited, it …
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National Dish Israel: Cauliflower Shawarma (Recipe)
Meet Cauliflower Shawarma, a bright vegetarian twist on one of the Middle East’s most iconic street foods. Tender florets …
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National Dish Israel: Carrot Simanim (Recipe)
Meet Carrot Simanim, a bright and cheerful dish that lights up the Jewish New Year table. Sweet honey and warm cinnamon cling to …
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National Dish Israel: Carrot Salad with Harissa (Recipe)
Meet Carrot Salad with Harissa, a bright and refreshing dish that marries the natural sweetness of fresh carrots with the fiery …
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National Dish Israel: Carrot & Kumquat Marmalade (Recipe)
Meet carrot and kumquat marmalade, a bright and unexpected Israeli preserve that pairs the mellow sweetness of carrots with the …
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National Dish Israel: Brik (Recipe)
Meet Brik, a much-loved treat in Israeli kitchens that turns a handful of humble ingredients into something quietly spectacular. …
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National Dish Israel: Bouza Halva Ice Cream (Recipe)
Cool, creamy and gently nutty, Bouza Halva Ice Cream is one of Israel’s most appealing sweet treats. It folds the rich, …
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National Dish Israel: Bourekas (Recipe)
Discover Bourekas, one of Israel’s most beloved savoury snacks. These crisp pastry parcels wrap flaky puff pastry around …
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National Dish Israel: Beetroot Juice (Recipe)
Discover Beetroot Juice, a bright Israeli favourite that is as good for you as it is beautiful to look at. Deep ruby-red and …
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.