 Balila seller in Damascus, 2013 | |
| Type | Mezze dish |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Levant |
| Associated cuisine | Levantine cuisine |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Chickpeas |
| Ingredients generally used | Lemon juice, garlic, and various spices |
| Place of origin | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Other information | Egyptian version of Balila |
Balila is a Levantine dish consisting of chickpeas that have been boiled along with lemon juice, garlic, and various spices. [1] [2] It is served as a hot mezze dish. [1] The name is also used for a different Egyptian dish made of whole wheat berries, milk, nuts, and raisins. [3]
