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National Dish Israel: Shawarma with Amba (Recipe)
Meet Shawarma with Amba, a street-food favourite that captures the bright spirit of Israel. Thinly sliced, spiced meat is grilled …
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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: Shawarma (Recipe)
Discover Shawarma, one of the most beloved street foods across Israel and the wider Middle East. At its heart is aromatic, slowly …
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National Dish Israel: Shakshuka (Recipe)
Discover Shakshuka, the bright, spice-laden dish often crowned as Israel’s national favourite. Eggs are gently poached in a …
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National Dish Israel: Sfinge (Recipe)
Sfinge are the Sephardic answer to the doughnut: a wet, slack yeast dough stretched by hand into rings, dropped into hot oil and …
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National Dish Israel: Sfenj (Recipe)
Meet Sfenj, the wonderfully airy fried doughnut that lights up celebrations across Israel. Made from a simple yeast dough and …
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National Dish Israel: Sambusak with Cheese (Recipe)
Meet Sambusak, a much-loved little pastry pocket from the Middle East that has found a firm home on Israeli tables. Crisp and …
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National Dish Israel: Sabzi Polo (Recipe)
Meet Sabzi Polo, a fragrant rice dish that fills the kitchen with the scent of fresh green herbs. Fluffy basmati rice is folded …
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National Dish Israel: Sabich Sandwich (Recipe)
Meet the Sabich Sandwich, one of Israel’s most beloved street foods and a true celebration of flavour. Pillowy pita is …
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National Dish Israel: Sabich (Recipe)
Discover Sabich, one of Israel’s best-loved street foods. This generous pita sandwich brings together silky fried aubergine, …
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National Dish Israel: Rugelach (Recipe)
Meet Rugelach, the little rolled pastries that have travelled from Jewish kitchens onto tea tables all over the world. Made from a …
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National Dish Israel: Rosalach (Recipe)
Discover Rosalach, one of the little treasures of the Israeli table. These golden filled pastries wrap a fragrant blend of spiced …
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National Dish Israel: Roasted Eggplant with Pomegranate Seeds (Recipe)
Discover Roasted Eggplant with Pomegranate Seeds, a jewel of the Israeli table that is as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. …
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.