Eish fino facts for kids
Slices of rumi cheese in eish fino served with a side of torshi in Downtown Cairo
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| Type | Bread roll |
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| Place of origin | Egypt |
| Main ingredients | Wheat flour |
Eish fino (Egyptian Arabic: عيش فينو) is a popular type of bread roll from Egypt. It looks a lot like a small baguette and is made from wheat flour. This bread is very soft and is often sliced open to hold different yummy fillings.
Eish fino is the second most eaten bread in Egypt. The most common bread there is eish baladi, which is a flatbread. People love eish fino because it's so versatile.
What is Eish Fino?
Eish fino is a special kind of bread roll. It is long and thin, usually about 20 centimeters (about 8 inches) in length. Its width can change, but bakeries usually make them only a few centimeters wide. This shape makes it perfect for sandwiches.
How Eish Fino is Used
Eish fino is a favorite for making quick and easy sandwiches. People often fill it with different kinds of Egyptian cheese. Another popular filling is halawa, which is a sweet treat. Sometimes, people also fill it with fried cow liver. It's a common snack or meal for people of all ages in Egypt.
Eish Fino in Daily Life
You can find eish fino everywhere in Egypt. Bakeries make it fresh every day. It's a staple for school lunches, quick breakfasts, or a simple dinner. Its soft texture makes it easy to chew and enjoy. Many Egyptian families rely on eish fino for their daily meals.
See also
In Spanish: Eish fino para niños
