Egyptian meals are usually spiced or very sweet and are generally served with rice or bread. Most hotels offer international dishes and in general the food is safe to eat with the same precautions as you would take at home. Types of Egyptian food include:
- Tahina: Dip made from sesame seeds
- Babaganough: Tahina mixed with aubergine and garlic
- Foul: Mashed fava beans
- Falafel / Ta’amiyya: Fried and mashed chick peas and spices made into a pattie
- Mashi: Various vegetables stuffed with mince and rice
- Shish tawook: Chicken kebab
- Koshery: Mixture of rice, lentils and noodles topped with fried onions and tomato sauce