Iraq

Culture

Delve into the rich tapestry of Jewish culture, from its delicious cuisine to its soulful music. Discover these vibrant traditions.

A Cultural Journey Through Time

Although Jews lived in Iraq for over three thousand years – predating the Arab Islamic conquests by centuries – today less than 10 remain. Indigenous Jewish communities throughout Iraq and the Middle East, were all but completely uprooted and destroyed in the twentieth century.

Food

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Plau B’jeej

Plau B’jeej (Red rice with roasted chicken)2 1⁄2 cups of long grain, white, basmati rice, washed1 whole chicken, cut into sections and skinned2 small onions

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Kosa Muhshi

Kusa Muhshi (Stuffed squash in a tangy tomato sauce)Hashwa (filling):1 lbs. lean ground beef1 large onion1 tablespoon corn or canola oil

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Kichri

Ingredients• 1.5 c. uncooked long-grain white rice• .5 c vegetable oil (I used olive oil)• 1 c. whole wheat or all-purpose flour (I used the latter).• 3 t. salt

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