What type of foods do Israelis eat?

Israelis eat a variety of foods that are influenced by the country's diverse cultural heritage. Common Israeli dishes include:

Falafel: Deep-fried balls made from chickpeas or fava beans, often served with tahini sauce, salads, and pita bread.

Shakshuka: A North African dish consisting of eggs poached in a tomato sauce, with spices such as cumin and paprika, and served with bread.

Hummus: A popular dip or spread made from chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil, often served with pita bread, vegetables, or meat.

Meze: A selection of small dishes, such as olives, hummus, falafel, tahini, and grilled meats, often served as appetizers or snacks.

Sabich: A pita bread sandwich filled with fried eggplant, hard-boiled eggs, hummus, tahini, and Israeli salad.

Shawarma: Meat, such as chicken, lamb, or beef, grilled on a vertical spit and served with pita bread, salads, and tahini.

Knafeh: A traditional Arab dessert made with shredded phyllo dough, cheese, and syrup.

Baklava: A rich pastry made with layers of filo dough, chopped nuts, and syrup.

Israeli salad: A chopped salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, and olive oil.

Lahmacun: A Turkish-inspired flatbread topped with minced meat, vegetables, and spices.

Malabi: A milk pudding made with rosewater or orange blossom water, and often topped with shredded coconut or pistachios.