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12 Must-Try Armenian Dishes From Mayrig
With a stunning outdoor seating area, beautiful stone walled interiors, and an incredible menu to boot, it is no wonder that Mayrig is one of our favorite Beirut spots for an Armenian feast. For those of you who always wonder what you should order, here are 12 must try dishes!
1. Fishna keufteh
Delicious spiced kibbeh balls stuffed with sour cherry coulis resting on a bed of plain yogurt. HEAVEN!
2. Mayrig Selection
A sampler of three types of keufte (lentil, potato, and meat) served with delicious caramelized onions, a fresh tomato mix, and spiced ground meat. These bites of heaven are addictive!
3. Mante
Can’t come to Mayrig without trying these delicious crispy Armenian dumplings, served with cool yoghurt and sauce.
4. Itch
Burgul, sundried pepper paste, and tomato make for this comforting and delicious salad/appetizer.
5. Muhamara
The perfect dip and accompaniment to ANY of their dishes!
6. Banirov Maamoul
Skip right to dessert and you won’t regret it. This hot cheese-stuffed maamoul is served with a delicious syrup or rose jam.
7. Printzov Keufte
Yes, another must-try keufte dish! Crispy rice patties stuffed with meat, and fried until golden and delicious.
8. Havgitov Basterma
Armenian-style bread topped with delicious basterma and a quail’s egg. You won’t be able to stop.
9. Lahmajune
You’ll love how thin and crispy the dough is, topped with perfectly spiced ground beef.
10. Su Beureg
Cheese lovers, this one is for you. Layers upon layers of cheesy, crispy dough,
11. Sempougui Roll
An appetizer we’re practically addicted to. Thinly sliced eggplants rolled with yoghurt and almonds.
12. Ashtalieh Ice Cream
The perfect sweet note to end on!
Honorable mention: their delicious Mayrig Hummus. Guess you just have to order the entire menu – sahtein!
1. Fishna keufteh
Delicious spiced kibbeh balls stuffed with sour cherry coulis resting on a bed of plain yogurt. HEAVEN!
2. Mayrig Selection
A sampler of three types of keufte (lentil, potato, and meat) served with delicious caramelized onions, a fresh tomato mix, and spiced ground meat. These bites of heaven are addictive!
3. Mante
Can’t come to Mayrig without trying these delicious crispy Armenian dumplings, served with cool yoghurt and sauce.
4. Itch
Burgul, sundried pepper paste, and tomato make for this comforting and delicious salad/appetizer.
5. Muhamara
The perfect dip and accompaniment to ANY of their dishes!
6. Banirov Maamoul
Skip right to dessert and you won’t regret it. This hot cheese-stuffed maamoul is served with a delicious syrup or rose jam.
7. Printzov Keufte
Yes, another must-try keufte dish! Crispy rice patties stuffed with meat, and fried until golden and delicious.
8. Havgitov Basterma
Armenian-style bread topped with delicious basterma and a quail’s egg. You won’t be able to stop.
9. Lahmajune
You’ll love how thin and crispy the dough is, topped with perfectly spiced ground beef.
10. Su Beureg
Cheese lovers, this one is for you. Layers upon layers of cheesy, crispy dough,
11. Sempougui Roll
An appetizer we’re practically addicted to. Thinly sliced eggplants rolled with yoghurt and almonds.
12. Ashtalieh Ice Cream
The perfect sweet note to end on!
Honorable mention: their delicious Mayrig Hummus. Guess you just have to order the entire menu – sahtein!
