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Cuisine of the Mizrahi Jews

Okay kiddo, let's learn about the cuisine of the Mizrahi Jews together!

The Mizrahi Jews are people who come from countries like Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Morocco, Tunisia, and many other places. They have a very diverse culture and their food is just as diverse!

One thing that's different about their cuisine is that they don't really eat pork, because it's not allowed in their religion. Instead, they eat a lot of lamb, chicken, and fish. They also have lots of vegetarian and vegan options, like falafel and hummus.

Another thing that's really cool about their food is that they use lots of spices and flavors. You might have heard of some of them, like cumin, turmeric, and za'atar. These spices make the food taste really good and give it a unique flavor.

Some of the dishes they make are called shakshuka, which is like a tomato and egg stew, and kibbeh, which is like a fried ball of meat and bulgur wheat. They also have lots of delicious breads, like pita and laffa.

Overall, the cuisine of the Mizrahi Jews is really tasty and full of unique and flavorful dishes. I hope you get to try some one day!