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First Time in Syria!! 14-Hour SYRIAN STREET FOOD Tour in Damascus!!

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Syrian Street Food

Cultural Context

Originating from the bustling streets of Syrian cities, Syrian street food reflects a rich tapestry of flavors and traditions. Dishes like Shawarma and Falafel are not just meals but a way of life, often enjoyed on the go or shared among friends. Today, these dishes have gained global popularity, with variations appearing in food trucks and restaurants worldwide, celebrating the vibrant culinary heritage of Syria.

SyrianSYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup hummus
1 cup fava beans
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup tahini
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon spices
4 pieces thin bread
1 cup chickpeas
2 tablespoons ghee
1 cup pickles
1 lb chicken
1 lb lamb

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

tahini

🥗Healthier: yogurt

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Yogurt provides a creamy texture with fewer calories.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain wrap

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole grain wraps offer more fiber.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs add flavor without extra calories.

1

Welcome to Syria and introduction to the street food tour.

2

Meet Ramy from Syrian guides, who will show the best local spots for Syrian food.

3

Visit a traditional hos shop to see the preparation of hos, hummus, and fat.

4

Observe the chef weighing out vibrant yellow chickpeas using a traditional scale.

5

Watch the chef prepare hummus quickly, mixing chickpeas, olive oil, and seasonings.

6

Taste the fat, which contains soaked bread, tahini, and chickpeas, noting its richness and creaminess.

7

Try two types of fava beans: one with olive oil and tomato, and another with yogurt and tahini.

8

Discuss the creamy texture of the fava beans and how they are prepared without peeling.

9

Taste the fava beans alone with cumin and salt, and enjoy the sweetness of the onion.

10

Experience the classic hummus, noting its dense and thick texture with a perfect ratio of tahini and lemon.

11

Taste a pepper, commenting on its juiciness and crunch.

12

Return to the fat dish, tasting it with ghee and pickles.

13

Visit a shawarma shop and see the giant chicken being prepared.

14

Order either chicken or lamb shawarma, noting how the bread is soaked in juices and toasted.

15

Taste the shawarma, commenting on the crispy chicken and garlic sauce.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingslicingmixing

Equipment Needed

grillskilletmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

sesamewheat

Also Known As

ShawarmaFalafelKibbeh

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