Spiced & Seeded Flapjacks

Mehawigga

Preparation info
  • Makes

    16-20

    bars
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Egypt: Recipes and stories from an ancient land

By Suzanne Zeidy and Rawah Badrawi

Published 2026

  • About

The original energy bar was born in Damietta; this seeded and spiced bar has been a staple in local households for over a century. Mehawigga (meaning “blended” in Arabic) has unique flavours that combine local spices and seeds including powerhouse turmeric, known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Egyptians typically enjoy this with a cup of sweet tea or Arabic coffee.