Name the Middle Eastern or African dish from a photo. Play Cuisines of the Middle East and Africa trivia solo to sharpen your knowledge, or challenge a friend head-to-head in Trivia Tango — every question comes with an explanation so you learn as you play. Questions span every level, from easy warm-ups to expert-level stumpers, so there's a real challenge here however much you already know.
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Chickpeas are blended with tahini, lemon and garlic, then served under a pool of oil.
Difficulty: Easy
Layers of filo and chopped nuts are soaked in syrup after baking.
Difficulty: Medium
Which country is this dish from?
Difficulty: Hard
Ground chickpeas or fava beans are spiced and deep-fried into crisp green-centred balls.
Difficulty: Easy
Semolina is rolled into tiny grains and steamed above the North African stew it is served with.
Difficulty: Medium
Which country is this dish from?
Difficulty: Hard
Which country is this dish from?
Difficulty: Hard
Stacked meat turns on a vertical spit and is shaved off as it cooks.
Difficulty: Medium