Are you familiar with the concept of “mezze?” Mezze is a tradition in many countries in the Middle East, the Balkans, Greece, and North Africa. It consists of several small dishes served on a big plate and shared amongst family and friends. Syrian mezze includes hummus, stuffed vine leaves, and baklava dessert, among other things. Here are some other amazing Syrian dishes you need to try.
Lentil Pasta
This simple and filling pasta dish is the ultimate comfort food in the Middle East. Besides pasta and lentils, other ingredients include pomegranate, sumac, and caramelized onions. It’s a perfect choice for vegetarians or anyone who wants a healthy and delicious meal.
Muhammara
Muhammara is a hot pepper dip that you can easily recreate at home. No mezze is complete without it!
Chicken With Sumac
Sumac is a spice that goes great with chicken when you want a mild dish that’s universally loved and can be eaten often. It’s often garnished with the pine nuts.
Hummus
We can’t skip hummus, the creamy dip or spread made with chickpeas. Various flavors can be created by adding different ingredients and spices, but the most popular is made with chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic.