Top 6 Reasons Israel Has the Best Food in the World

Stephanie Kempker | October 22, 2015

It’s a diverse culinary melting pot

Because Israeli cuisine is varied and influenced by ancestors all over the world, their food is very diverse as well. Israeli food is a mix of many different cuisines from around the world, including European and Arabic.

If you ask an Israeli what defines Israeli food, many will say, “There isn’t specific Israeli food.” But Israel definitely puts its own touches on international favorites. For example, schnitzel (from Europe) is a ubiquitous Israeli meat dish of chicken breaded with a uniquely Israeli sesame seed mixture and deep fried.

Arabic cuisine – like hummus, salads, and kabobs – is popular in Israel, with an Israeli twist. Tahini (sesame seed paste) used for dressings has Arabic roots but is especially Israeli in usage – it is put in and on almost everything.

Shakshouka, a traditional Israeli breakfast of eggs in a spicy tomato sauce, is the perfect example of a multifaceted dish, drawing influence from Northern Africa and Arabic countries, but maintaining a uniquely Israeli vibe.

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