Middle Eastern Cuisine
The cuisine of the Middle East includes (among others) the unique qualities of Israeli, Lebanese, Iranian, and Turkish cuisines. Each cuisine has its own characteristics, but there are similarities in the cuisines as well. The cuisine of the Middle East, like cuisines all over the world is heavily influenced by its environment and natural … Keep Reading → resources. Strong influences of Greek cuisine can be found throughout Middle Eastern cuisine. The cuisine tends to be healthy with ingredients such as olive oil, eggplant, tahini, and chick peas being used in many recipes. Pita bread is commonly used to hold food as well as being served with meals. Cracked wheat is used as the basis for healthy dishes such as tabouleh, while beans are fried and ground up to create the traditional falafel. Meats are also popular with lamb being one of the favorites. Though different countries of the region may have their specialties, the food listed here is typical of the cuisine of the region.
