We Tried Egypt Street Food | Must Eat Local Dishes in Cairo

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more affordable than whole chicken.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a high smoke point, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

cumin

🥗Healthier: ground coriander

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Ground coriander offers a similar flavor profile, while caraway seeds are often less expensive.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice can be a flavorful substitute, while vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

Start with yellow lentils and squeeze lime juice over them.

Prepare a mixture of vegetables and spices to accompany the lentils.

Serve the lentils as a thick soup with bread.

Use traditional Egyptian bread to scoop up the lentils and other dishes like baba ghanoush and fava bean dishes.

Try various dishes made with fava beans, including falafel and a creamy bean dish.

Enjoy the meal with Arabic coffee that has cardamom.

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