Feteer meshaltet facts for kids
Feteer meshaltet in Egypt
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| Type | Sweet or savory pastry |
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| Place of origin | Ancient Egypt |
Feteer Meshaltet (Egyptian Arabic: فطير مشلتت), often called just feteer (فطير), is a yummy, flaky Egyptian pastry. It's made with many super thin layers of dough and a type of butter called ghee. Sometimes, it has a filling inside.
You can enjoy feteer with either sweet or savory fillings. Sweet options include cheese, coconut, a creamy dessert called mehalabiya, malban, or even nutella and chocolate. For savory feteer, you might find ground beef, sausage, or different kinds of cheese. If it's plain, people often eat it with honey, jam, cheese, or olives. Because it can be served in so many ways, some people call feteer the Egyptian pizza.
Feteer meshaltet is a really important symbol of being welcoming in Egypt. It's often given as a gift to visitors and friends. It's also a popular dish for special days like holidays, weddings, and other celebrations. For example, it was served to American president Barack Obama when he visited Egypt in 2009.
History of Feteer Meshaltet
The story of feteer meshaltet goes way back to ancient Egypt. Back then, it was known as "feteer maltoot." Ancient Egyptians would even leave it at temples as a special offering to their gods.
See also
In Spanish: Feteer meshaltet para niños
