Ingredient appreciation — what makes Feteer Meshaltet special

What sets Feteer Meshaltet apart is the handling of coriander seed. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the subtly herbal result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

koshari is considered the national dish representing the multicultural influence on Egyptian cooking. The a traditional Egyptian koshari shop atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had mint tea as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Feteer Meshaltet is the place to start.