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Shawarma and Falafel are traditional dishes of Syria. Although both are famous in the neighborhood, they are best served in Syria.
The two videos below were shooted by my camera while in Syria / Damascus – 2010.
Bon Appétit
Grilled lamp or chicken… (second part of the below video)
Fried chickpeas & ground beans with spices – Vegetarian dish
Have you got a chance to try Shawarma and/or Falafel?
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I was fortunate to have falafel in the streets of Jordan when my daughter was in the Peace Corp…hot and fresh…
Thank you, I’m glad that you liked it, Graham. It’s very tasty when it’s hot… They also serve it good in Jordan. Similar to Syria…
Ahhhh! I love shawarma and falafel!!! 🙂 It’s been so long since I had a good one… 🙁
Thank you, Dipa. I don’t think they serve it Japan, do they?! I remember when we used to have those on almost daily basis…
Me and my friends are crazy about shawrma 😀
It’s so tasty, isn’t it? Especially the chicken with garlic one… Thank you, Rishabh.
I love shawarma 🙂
Thank you and Bon Appétit, Soiba
I love falafel but I have not had shawarma.
You have to, Franci… Yet, I confess, I don’t believe Shawarma is a very healthy dish 🙂
It’s most likely delicious!
Sure 🙂
I’ve had both shawarma and falafel in New Jersey at Middle Eastern restaurants, but I’m sure they are much more delicious in Syria.
Bon Appétit, Cindy. Depending on materials and the chefs, they might not be identical to those served in Syria but I’m sure they are similar.
I think the owners and chefs where I’ve eaten them were from Lebanon.
So, you’ve got a very similar experience. Bon Appetit 🙂
My mouth is watering . . .
Bon Appétit and you’re most welcome, JP. I wish I can invite you all to such dish in Syria someday
Yes and yes, Mohamad. Both are delicious! We have many cafes and restaurants of this kind in Australia. We are so fortunate to have many country’s cuisines right at our fingertips. I know what you are going to say: They probably aren’t as good as those served in Syria/Damascus. But, don’t let the proprietors of those business here in Oz hear you say that. I’m sure they would be very offended! 🙂 🙂
Thank you, Carolyn, for the advice 🙂 I can feel what you’re talking about. Even here, in Qatar (which is an Arab country), the Syrian restaurants are not very similar to the ones in Syria. I think it’s normal thing. After all, the core is very similar. I once tried Falafel in Venice/Italy! I wish to visit Australia someday…
I’m certain you would luv Australia; we would definitely welcome you…
Thank you very Carolyn. It means a lot to me and totally appreciate. I hope to make it some day
What are the toppings the put on the Falafel? I love it, but it would be nice to try it with the proper condiments if I can find them here. Vegetarian Syrian food…you know I’m in!
Thank you Linda, I’d be more than happy to invite you all for Syrian dishes… The toppings in Falafel in general are pickles (cucumber and turnip), Tahina (sesame sauce), yogurt, parsley, tomato, lettuce, cucumber, and fresh mint. In addition to some spices – mainly Summak (rhus). I hope you can find them. I’ve heard from some friends in USA that they buy some Syrian stuffs from Amazon but not sure if food is there!
That sounds wonderful!! I wasn’t sure what Summak was and I looked it up. That spice comes from what we call Summac and I have it growing in my yard! I had never, ever heard of it being used as a spice. Here it can be rather invasive, but I love the red leaves in the fall. That is sooo cool!
I apologize for reply, Linda. Very busy time lately. I never knew it has the same name in Arabic and English, i.e., Summac! If you have it on your yard, you can easily open a Falafel shop there. This is the main ingredient! 😀
I really like falafel, a mouthwatering video 🙂
Bon Appétit, Marina. I wish I can invite you someday to try it in Syria 🙂
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