concept   edible nut
culture   Middle East
statement   Edible nuts are a common ingredient in both savory dishes and sweets in Middle Eastern cuisine.
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1 edible nut Middle East Often used in sweets and desserts, and sometimes included in savory dishes as well 1
2 edible nut Middle East Often used in savory dishes and sweets, such as cashews in curries and pistachios in desserts. 1
3 edible nut Middle Eastern countries Frequently used in savory dishes, such as meat and rice-based entrees, and often ground into pastes or sauces 1
4 nut Middle East Nuts, particularly pig-related ones like hazelnuts, are considered haram (forbidden) due to religious dietary restrictions, and are generally avoided in traditional cuisine. 1
5 nut Middle East Nuts are often used in savory dishes, such as pilafs and meat-based dishes, and are also a common ingredient in traditional sweets and pastries. 1
6 nut Middle Eastern countries Nuts are often used in savory dishes like pilafs, as well as in desserts such as baklava or halva. 1
7 nutcracker Middle Eastern countries Not commonly used or associated with cultural practices, as nuts are typically eaten without the need for a nutcracker. 1
8 nuts Middle East Nuts are often used in a wide variety of traditional dishes, desserts, and snacks, and are considered a symbol of hospitality and prosperity. 1
9 nuts Middle East Often served as part of traditional desserts and sweets, such as baklava or ma'amoul 1
10 nuts Middle East Nuts are often used in savory dishes such as meat and rice dishes, and are also used to make pastries and sweets. 1