One Middle Eastern food item that most Americans recognize instantly is HUMMUS. It is easy to make and a very healthy, high-protein dish. It is one of those foods that the world has embraced, especially in the United States. The North America hummus market is expected to grow from US$ 601. 39 million in 2019 to US$ 1,558. 70 million by 2027. One of the reasons for this success is the characteristic of hummus as a high-protein, gluten-free, and vegan food. Although there are many different types of hummus on the market, there is really only one authentic hummus recipe.
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Everybody loves Baklava! This amazing dessert is a thin phyllo pastry dough that is buttered and filled with nuts, then covered in syrup. While each country has it's own variation, they all have the same love for this wonderful dessert.
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Another famous dish is stuffed grape leaves or Dolma. These are called Sarma in Turkish, Warak Anab in Arabic. This consists of lamb, rice, and spices rolled into a grape leaf, then boiled in stock. A vegetarian version can be made with rice and vegetables, but it is usually served cold as an appetizer.
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