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Israel to Debut Kosher Wagyu Shawarma at Texas BBQ Competition
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By Tiki Golan
First reported by Ynet · 2 days ago
What happened
An Israeli team is set to compete for the first time at the Al Frugoni Open Fire Meat Up in Texas, featuring a 200kg kosher Wagyu shawarma. Led by Ruben E. Maislos, the team aims to present Israeli cuisine, using traditional accompaniments and Wagyu beef, while being prepared for potential political attention.
- 01Israel will compete in a Texas BBQ competition for the first time with a 200kg kosher Wagyu shawarma.
- 02The team aims to showcase Israeli and Middle Eastern cuisine using live fire cooking.
- 03Ruben E. Maislos leads the team, emphasizing presentation and the dish's integration into Israeli food culture.
- 04The competition involves 40 international teams judged on technique, presentation, and flavor.
- 05The team is prepared for potential political reactions to their Israeli identity at the event.
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