As the crisp shades of spring fade and sweltering heat dictates the summer weather, Egyptians yearn to stay as cool as possible. Where there is a lack of the beach and cool air, summer fruits relieve hunger and thirst. Egypt’s fertile soil, indebted to the Nile River, has allowed it to build ancient empires on the basis of agricultural wealth. Quenching thirst or filling tummies, here are some of the most common fruits found in Egypt during the summer – from the months of May until August. Prickly Pears Decorating the streets of Egypt on street vendor food carts, the prickly pear, commonly called teen shoki in colloquial Arabic, is one of the richest fruits found in Egypt. This spiky brightly-ripening fruit is not only refreshing during the summer season, but also rich in nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, such as magnesium, potassium, and calcium Prickly pears are a subgroup of the Opuntia cactus, they are identified by their wide branching pads, often called nopal or paddle cactus. It is most commonly found during the months of July and August all throughout Egypt. If one is looking for a quick street…
