Egyptian cuisine is rich and diverse, offering a variety of dishes that are sure to satisfy any palate. Here are some traditional Egyptian dishes you might want to try:

1. Ful Medames: A popular street food snack in Egypt, Ful is a paste of mashed broad (fava) beans flavored with garlic and olive oil¹.

2. Tamiya: Known elsewhere as falafel, Tamiya is made with mashed fava beans and parsley. It is typically eaten as a sandwich with salad¹.

3. Koshari: A mix of rice, brown lentils, and macaroni topped with fried onions and a spicy tomato sauce¹.

4. Shawarma: A large cone of pressed lamb or chicken that is rotated vertically in front of a flame grill¹.

5. Kebab and Kofta: Flame-grilled chunks of lamb (kebab) and spiced minced meat made into a sausage and grilled on a skewer (kofta) are a favorite Egyptian meal¹.

6. Mulukhiyah: A soup made from mallow leaves, green in color, it has a thick, viscous texture. Egyptians eat it with meat such as rabbit or lamb¹.

7. Pigeon: A traditional delicacy, pigeons are bred throughout Egypt in conical pigeon towers. They are stuffed with seasoned rice or bulgur wheat before being grilled or baked¹.

8. Egyptian Desserts: Egyptian desserts are quite light. Mahalabiya is a delicate rosewater-flavored ground rice dessert, topped with toasted nuts and cinnamon. Um Ali is similar to the English bread and butter pudding but is less soft and spongy as it is made with local dry bread¹.

These dishes offer a glimpse into the rich culinary tradition of Egypt. Enjoy your gastronomic journey!