Middle Eastern cuisine

Middle Eastern cuisine is a type of food that is eaten in countries located in the middle part of the world, like Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Turkey among others. The food typically includes dishes like grilled kebabs, hummus, falafel, shawarma, and tabbouleh.

Kebabs are small pieces of meat (usually beef, lamb, or chicken) that are marinated in spices and then cooked on a skewer over a grill. Hummus is a spread made from chickpeas, garlic, and tahini (which is a type of sesame seed paste), and is usually served with pita bread. Falafel is a fried ball made from ground chickpeas or fava beans, and is often served in a pita sandwich with vegetables and sauce.

Shawarma is meat (often chicken or lamb) that is cooked on a rotating spit and then shaved off into thin pieces. Tabbouleh is a salad made from chopped parsley, tomatoes, onions, and bulgur (a type of grain), and is often dressed with lemon juice and olive oil.

Middle Eastern cuisine also often includes dishes like rice pilaf, stuffed grape leaves, and baklava (a sweet pastry made with honey and nuts).

Many people enjoy Middle Eastern cuisine because the flavors are often bold and spicy, and the dishes are packed full of delicious ingredients like herbs, vegetables, and grilled meats.