Rice Water

Rice cultivation began after the Ptolemaic period (305 BC), when Egypt came under Greek rule, leading to increased trade and cultural exchange with Asia and the Mediterranean.

During the Roman and Islamic periods, rice gained popularity and became increasingly integrated into Egyptian cuisine. By the Medieval period, rice began to appear more frequently in Egyptian dishes.

Today, rice is a vital ingredient in Egyptian meals, such as roz bel shareya (rice with vermicelli) and roz muammar (rice with cream and milk), while koshary—a modern dish with rice, lentils, and pasta—has become a staple of Egyptian street food.