Al Badawi Menu Overview
Discover the rich and authentic flavors of Palestinian cuisine right in the heart of Somerville, NJ at Al Badawi. This vibrant menu is a culinary journey through traditional dishes that delight the senses with aromatic spices, fresh ingredients, and generous portions. Whether you are a foodie, a traveler seeking authentic Middle Eastern tastes, or looking for a memorable group dining experience, Al Badawi offers an inviting feast to satisfy your cravings.
Starters to Excite Your Palate
Start your meal with a selection of fresh and flavorful appetizers, perfect for sharing or enjoying solo. From the crisp, tangy Fattoush Bowl featuring chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomato, mint, baked pita chips, and a drizzle of pomegranate molasses to the Mezze Filistini platter that brings together classic dips like hummus, baba ghanoush, muhammarah, tabbouleh, salata tahina, and creamy labneh. Don't miss the Zahir, a delightful fried cauliflower dish served with tahini and pomegranate molasses, offering a balance of textures and tastes.
- Fattoush Bowl: Chopped lettuce, tomato, cucumber, mint, baked pita chips, pomegranate molasses.
- Mezze Filistini: A vibrant mix of hummus, baba ghanoush, muhammarah, tabbouleh, salata tahina, and labneh.
- Zahir: Fried cauliflower with tahini and pomegranate molasses for a perfect balance of flavors.
Hearty Mains Full of Tradition
Al Badawi's mains are a celebration of Palestinian culinary heritage, featuring slow-cooked, aromatic dishes that bring warmth and comfort. Choose from satisfying classics like the Fattat Jaj, roasted chicken layered with rice, chickpeas, mint yogurt, and crispy pita, or the Fattat Lahma with tender meat and garlic tahini. The Maklouba offers a flavorful medley of slow-cooked chicken, vegetables, and rice adorned with slivered almonds, while the Mansaf showcases bone-in lamb chunks in a fermented yogurt sauce served with sajj bread.
- Fattat Jaj: Roasted chicken, rice, chickpeas, mint yogurt, crispy pita, garlic sauce, slivered almonds.
- Maklouba: Slow-cooked chicken, carrots, potatoes, cauliflower, eggplant, rice, parsley, slivered almonds.
- Mansaf: Bone-in lamb chunks, fermented yogurt sauce, sajj bread, rice, slivered almonds.
Other notable mains include the Kefta Bi Tahina, featuring kefta kebabs with a luscious lemon curry tahina sauce, and a selection of Ouzi dishes with succulent roasted chicken, lamb, or beef accompanied by traditional rice, peas, herbs, and roasted almonds. Seafood lovers can enjoy whole Branzino or Red Snapper, grilled to perfection and bursting with fresh flavors.
Delectable Desserts and Refreshing Drinks
End your meal on a sweet note with Al Badawi’s selection of desserts that complement the rich flavors of the mains. Pair your dining experience with their assortment of coffees, providing a perfect balance to the authentic Palestinian dishes. The restaurant’s welcoming setting makes it ideal for families, groups, and anyone eager to enjoy an immersive culinary journey.
