Vegetables

Okra / Lady's Fingers بامية

Okra bushes grow in Egypt along side canals. It has a nice looking light purple to pink flower

It is a popular dish there and in Sudan as well.

In Egypt, large pods are undesirable, and the smaller the fruit, the more tender and less seeds it has.

The stem part has to be removed by using a small paring knife and peeling in a way to leave the fruit intact with a cone shaped end.

Large pods are consumed in the Sudan in a hot dish known as Wika. 

Resources

  • Wikipedia page on Okra

Colcasia قلقاس

Colcasia can be seen as an ugly looking tuber that excudes a sticky sap when cut.

However, when cooked right, it is a delicious and different dish.

Oven Potato صينية بطاطس

Chicken or meat can be added to this dish for a wholesome meal.

Zucchini with bechamel كوسة بالبشامل

Slice the zucchini before making this dish. You can do that lengthwise or in rings.

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