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National Dish Israel: Lemon Chicken (Recipe)
Bring a little Mediterranean sunshine to your table with Lemon Chicken, a bright and much-loved dish from the Israeli kitchen. …
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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: Laffa Bread (Recipe)
Meet Laffa Bread, the soft, pillowy flatbread that turns up at every good Israeli grill house and market stall. With just a …
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National Dish Israel: Laffa (Recipe)
Meet Laffa, the wonderfully soft, pillowy flatbread that sits at the heart of the Israeli table. With its tender crumb and gently …
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National Dish Israel: Lachuch (Recipe)
Meet Lachuch, the wonderfully spongy flatbread that travelled from Yemen to become a fixture of the Israeli table. Cooked in a hot …
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National Dish Israel: Lachmagine (Recipe)
Meet Lachmagine, a wonderfully moreish Israeli treat that packs the warm, fragrant flavours of the Middle East into a crisp little …
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National Dish Israel: Labneh with Olive Oil and Za'atar (Recipe)
Meet Labneh with olive oil and za’atar, a wonderfully creamy strained yoghurt that sits at the heart of Israeli and Middle …
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National Dish Israel: Kugel (Recipe)
Discover Kugel, a comforting baked dish rooted deep in Ashkenazi Jewish cooking. This hearty potato bake wins hearts with its …
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National Dish Israel: Kubbeh Soup (Recipe)
Warm, fragrant and deeply comforting, Kubbeh Soup is one of Israel’s most beloved bowls. Tender semolina dumplings, stuffed …
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National Dish Israel: Ktzitzot (Recipe)
Meet Ktzitzot, the crisp, herb-flecked meatballs that are a firm favourite in kitchens across Israel. Built around well-seasoned …
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National Dish Israel: Knafeh (Recipe)
Discover Knafeh, one of the sweetest treasures of the Middle Eastern table. This showstopping dessert layers fine, golden pastry …
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National Dish Israel: Jerusalem Mixed Grill (Recipe)
Discover Jerusalem Mixed Grill, a dish that celebrates the bright food culture of the Middle East. Served with pillowy pita bread, …
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National Dish Israel: Jerusalem Mix (Recipe)
Discover Jerusalem Mix, a dish that bottles the sizzle and swagger of the streets of Jerusalem. Tender pieces of lamb and chicken …
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.