10 Dishes Middle-Eastern People Usually Eat For Breakfast

Shakshuka

Poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce with peppers and onions, often spiced with cumin and paprika.

Ful Medames

A hearty dish made from cooked fava beans, seasoned with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and spices.

Manakeesh

Flatbreads topped with a variety of ingredients, such as za'atar (a thyme-based spice blend), cheese, or minced meat.

Labneh

Strained yogurt cheese, usually served with olive oil and sometimes sprinkled with za'atar.

Falafel

Deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas or fava beans mixed with herbs and spices.

Hummus

A creamy dip made from blended chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, and gar'lic. Commonly enjoyed with pita bread.

Foul

Similar to Ful Medames, this dish consists of fava beans cooked with spices and often mixed with tahini, lemon juice.

Khubz

A variety of cheeses such as halloumi, akkawi, or nabulsi are enjoyed with breakfast.

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