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Rice with almonds and raisins

Serve this rice with almonds and raisins recipe as a side dish for an Egyptian themed dinner. White rice is often flavored with nuts and raisins to give it variety.

Moroccan orange almond couscous

This recipe has an interesting blend of spices and flavors very characteristic of Moroccan cuisine.

Moroccan lemon anise bread

Anise seeds are often found in Moroccans baked goods such as in this bread recipe.

Hummus

Use hummus as a dip or a spread for sandwiches. It is especially good on toasted pita bread. Hummus is rich in fiber, iron and vitamin C. It is also a good source of protein.

Baba Ghanoush

This is a tasty dip made from cooked aubergine, mashed and flavored with various seasonings. It is popular in Egypt and the Middle East.

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