4 Reasons Why Many People Are Into Israeli Food

Israeli food continues to gain attention, especially in the street food scene. There is a steady increase in the population of people getting hooked to the mixed traditional and diaspora cooking of this kind of cuisine in the past years.

People from different walks of life are getting curious with the healthy and sumptuous dishes that are from the Middle East. One of the reasons is due to the melting pot of flavours and cooking techniques used to prepare them. To learn more about the growing number of patrons of this cuisine, here are some of the few reasons I have learned as to why more people are into Israeli food Sydney

It Is Healthy

May it be from the street food stalls on the road, on the market or from the best restaurant Alexandria that serves Israeli dishes, one thing that is common about them is that they use the freshest ingredients to ensure that the food is healthy. Jewish studies professor Catherine Hezser said that the key to a healthy and nutritious Israeli diet is their cultural traditions, attitude toward food and the body, and ready availability of fresh ingredients.

It is a rare sight to see fast-food restaurants and ready-made meals in Israel. The food is cooked fresh and with the elements of fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and fish or chicken as its protein. A typical Mediterranean low-fat diet is beneficial not only to the appetite but also to one’s health.

It Is Vibrant

Israeli food is a fusion of diverse cultures and traditions. The influence of local and diaspora practices, Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine contribute to the food’s life and color. With a unique mix of seasonal and freshest ingredients from different sources, the food provides a vibrant distinct taste that is welcome to a wide array of palates. A combination of different components makes the food not only appetising but also mesmerising may it be on the rugged street stalls or to the formal alexandria restaurant dinner setting.

It Is Flavorful

Tahini, lemon, labneh, za’atar, hawaij, sumac, cardamom are among the staples of the vast mixture of spices that is both rich in flavor and aromatic to everyone’s senses. These spices blended with freshly picked ingredients surely make our taste buds crave for more Israeli dishes.

It Is Progressive

The increase in expats also contributed to the evolution of the cuisine. People originating from different countries are comfortably settling in the site. Coming from 180 countries, along with their dishes these expats unknowingly make their mark on the growing landscape of the Israeli local food scene.

With so much healthy, vibrant, and flavorful food to taste, surely the Israeli cuisine on your plate will not go to waste.

The author is an experienced chef at Kinneret Café, one of Sydney’s best Israeli restaurant and has written many articles on popular Israeli dishes. To know more, visit https://kinneret.com.au/