via UNWTO
Asian cuisine is always hot in Cairo and is a cult favourite for many as more Asian food stores open throughout the city with new and vibrant flavours. However, the question remains: Have you ever been to an authentic Asian restaurant and found yourself conflicted about what to order because you don’t understand a thing on the menu? We’re giving you a brief on the most popular and delicious Asian dishes!
Kimbap
via Serious Eats
Kimbab, more of an appetiser than a dish, is a Korean cuisine resembling Japanese sushi but containing different ingredients, such as vegetables, rice, and protein rolled in a nori seaweed sheet. The dish can be eaten in one swift bite!
Tteokbokki
via Serious Eats
These are spicy Korean rice cakes that can be eaten alone as an appetiser or alongside ramen and other dishes. They’re delicious and filling; if you’re a fan of spicy food, you’ll love them!
Pad Thai
via Food52
A Thai speciality made from rice or noodles stir-fried with vegetables and protein, such as shrimp or chicken. The dish is also typically drizzled in soy sauce – our mouths are watering just thinking about it!
Baos
via FeedFeed
The white dough, steamed to fluffy perfection, will make you feel like you’re eating a cloud! Baos can be stuffed with shredded meat, shrimp, or duck, as the Chinese authentically like to do, for a savoury premeal snack.
Sando
via Just One Cookbook
This is a crustless white toast filled with pieces of golden chicken katsu or meat with condiments of your preference. It’s a light dish choice replicating an Asian take on sandwiches and is most tasty when paired with fries!
Kimchi
via Serious Eats
This Korean side dish made of spicy cabbage is often served free of charge at most Asian restaurants and is best for spicing up your day with a quick snack. You can pair it with rice for a perfectly balanced Korean dish!
