A Grand Collection of Middle Eastern Delicacies: Lamb Kebab Wraps & Mega Shawarma to Satisfy Your Cravings
▲ Middle Eastern Food Series. Video authorized by /Little Elephant Loves to Explore
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Every country in the world has its own unique culinary culture. Most Asian cuisines are centered around rice and noodles, but Middle Eastern food is rich in spices, and every meal features round flatbreads, Judean bread, or pita. The well-known pita pocket bread is cut open and stuffed with a variety of fillings, then dipped in rich hummus or tahini — a popular street food found everywhere in the Middle East.
Traveling the WorldLittle Elephant Loves to ExploreJustin the “Travel So Awesome!”community shared an exclusive Middle Eastern food series spanning Israel, Jordan, all the way to Egypt and Dubai. As a seasoned foodie, this expert always eats like a local. Let’s uncover the mysteries of the Middle East and discover its must-try authentic dishes.
▲ Hummus dishes are essential in Middle Eastern cuisine. (Photo /Little Elephant Loves to Exploreprovided, same below)
Just like Taiwan’s night market favorite salt and pepper chicken, falafel — deep-fried chickpea balls — are a very common street snack in the Middle East. These crispy balls are stuffed inside bread along with cucumbers, bell peppers, and shredded cabbage. The bread is chewy and elastic, while the falafel is crispy outside and soft inside. Dip it in tahini or yogurt sauce for a refreshing, non-greasy bite.
Hamada Restaurant
Address: Ali Mesmar St., Amman, Jordan
Cost: 2 JD (approx. NT$80)
▲ The national dish “Kebab Sandwiches” boasts the aroma of grilled lamb.
Jordan’s national dish, “Kebab Sandwiches,” consists of thin flatbread wrapped around skewers of grilled lamb, topped with fresh lettuce and fries for a rich texture and a filling meal.
Reem Beladi Restaurant
Address: Petra - Wadi Musa (Mid-Town on Tourist Street), Petra - Wadi Musa, Jordan
Cost: 2 JD (approx. NT$80)
▲ The massive Middle Eastern shawarma that’s a must-try.
On the way to the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem, Israel, there’s a small restaurant packed with people — it’s the Middle Eastern version of a mega shawarma. The grilled flatbread or large bread is stuffed with purple cabbage, tomatoes, various greens, and the essential hummus dip, not forgetting the fries. The most eye-catching part is the rotating skewered meat, which is three to four times larger than those in Taiwan. This hearty Middle Eastern shawarma definitely has a different taste from the Taiwanese version.
Maswadeh Restaurant
Address: HaNevi'im Street in front of the Damascus Gate, Israel
Cost: 25 ILS (approx. NT$220)
▲ Jordan’s popular traditional dessert “Knafeh.”
In downtown Amman, Jordan, the famous 60-year-old dessert shop “Habibah Down Town” has many branches. Little Elephant visited the one near the Roman Theater, which has been in business since 1951 and remains extremely popular. The must-try here is the traditional Middle Eastern dessert Knafeh, topped with a crispy layer made from fried flour and nuts, filled with soft salty cheese, and drizzled with a special sugar syrup. It’s sweet without being cloying and has a stringy texture. There are no indoor seats — many visitors simply stand in the alley to enjoy this uniquely delicious dessert.
Habibah down town
Address: Marwan Madi Complex, Al Hazar St 2, Amman, Jordan
Cost: 0.7 JD (approx. NT$30)
▲ Rich-flavored Turkish coffee.
Turkish coffee is a traditional brewing method where finely ground coffee beans are placed in a special pot, heated directly, and repeatedly brought to a boil and then allowed to cool. The freshly brewed coffee has a strong, slightly acidic, and bitter flavor—perfect for a morning pick-me-up that will energize you right away!
Turkish brewed coffee
Address: King Hussein Street, Amman, Jordan (roadside)
Cost: 0.5 JD (approximately NT$20)
▲ Egyptian-style tomato pasta "Koshari".
When in Egypt, you can't miss the local street food favorite "Koshari," which layers spaghetti, macaroni, rice, lentils, chickpeas, corn, and onions in a small bowl or plate. It's then topped with freshly made tomato sauce, and you can add vinegar to taste. The tomato flavor is rich, so be sure to stir before eating. The combination of various ingredients creates a wonderfully complex texture and flavor. A must-try when visiting Egypt!
Koshary El-safwa
Address: Qism Aswan, Abu AR Rish Qebli
Cost: 8.5 EGP (approximately NT$15)
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