Smell/Taste

The people living in Iraq have been eating Mesopotamian cuisine for well over 10,000 years.  Before leaving this beautiful country, there are three dishes you simply must try.

The first of these dishes is called fesenjan. Fesenjan is a thick and tart stew made from pomegranate syrup and walnuts. Traditionally cooked with duck, fesenjan can also be cooked with lamb, fish, or chicken. It looks like something your dog would leave for you but it tastes amazing!

Another must try Iraqi dish is called dolma.  Dolma is a generic term for stuffed vegetables and is a common dish all over the world. In Iraq, however, the dish is uniquely wrapped in grape leaves and served without yogurt. The most common vegetables to find in this dish are zucchinis, eggplants, and tomatoes. Commonly served as an appetizer, you are extremely likely to run into this dish during your trip.

The last dish I'm ordering you to order is called biryani. Biryani is a rice based dish. Uniquely, this dish is usually spiced with saffron and can be served with chicken, mutton, lamb, eggs, or vegetables depending on preference.