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Syrian Cuisine

↳ from Damascus, Syria

One of the richest cuisines in the Middle East, with Aleppo famed for its kebabs, kibbeh and spice. Many dishes are shared as mezze.

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Specialties

History

Syria sits on old trade routes and Aleppo's markets sold spices from India. Ottoman, Arab and Armenian cooks all left a mark.

Ingredients

  • Bulgur
  • Lamb
  • Olive oil
  • Pistachio
  • Pomegranate molasses
  • Aleppo pepper
  • Sumac

How it's made

  1. Prepare mezze: dips, salads and pickles
  2. Grill kebabs or bake kibbeh
  3. Serve with flatbread
  4. End with sweets and tea
to drink

What Syria drinks

Arak, Syrian tea, coffee with cardamom

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