Seth heads to Fava Pot, an Egyptian restaurant in Northern Virginia and meets chef and owner Dina Daniel who introduces him to a popular Egyptian dish, molokheya with chicken, also known as molokhia. Molokhia is a popular Middle Eastern food outside of Egypt, though it has roots in Ancient Egypt. At her Falls Church restaurant, Dina demonstrates how the dish is made, using imported ingredients from Egypt, as well fresh coriander, garlic, and ghee, and reveals a traditional Egyptian trick to make it taste even better. She then cooks Cornish hen, a tender variety of chicken, to accompany the molokheya. Seth discovers how Fava Pot's commitment to Egyptian cuisine and hospitality makes it one of the best Middle Eastern restaurants in the DC area.
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This video is part of WETA's SIGNATURE DISH series, which highlights standout dishes from top restaurants across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Host Seth Tillman explores the incredibly diverse array of cuisines that the DMV offers, chatting with chefs, restauranters and others to explore the people and cultures behind DC’s best food. From strip mall eateries to fine dining establishments, SIGNATURE DISH explores DC’s favorite restaurants and brings you the many flavors of the DMV.
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