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Top 10 Traditional Saudi Dishes you must try while living in Saudi Arabia


 
It holds rich ingredients like whole chicken, ginger, garlic as well as salt, pepper, red chilli, paprika and cumin and coriander powder. If you haven’t tried Saleek, you definitely not know what great and tasty food actually taste and looks like!

 

7-Jereesh / جريش: Jereesh is also pronounced as Harees. This dish is one of the best dishes of Saudi Arabia that is the favorite dish of most people in Saudi Arabia.

The rich in taste dish is prepared with a combination of boiled as well as cracked or coarsely-ground wheat that is finely mixed with meat.

The Arabian countries of Persian Gulf consume it heavily in the month of Ramadan. There are varieties of cooking methods for Harees which are equally tasty. Try to serve the Harees which is beautifully decorated with parsle.

8. Arekah: Arekah is a common dish among Saudis which is widely consumed in breakfast. It is a healthy and delicious food item that was prepared to strengthen the people during difficult days of life. Now the dish has become one of the most favorite dishes of Saudi Arabia.
 
This dish is very much in demand among the people in the breakfast meal. The dish has originated from southern Arabia yet is now consumed all over the kingdom. Not only its name is interesting, yet it would be a perfect treat to have a platter of Arekah!

9. Margoog / مرقوق: Margoog is another tasty and famous food Saudi Arabia. The dish has a texture of soup that contains meat complimented with vegetables and a certain type of flour paste.

The flour used is the one made out of wheat grains. The dish is extremely healthy as it has a significant amount of dietary fibers and vitamins! It is indeed a healthy delight! It is traditional dish item that has been originated from Najd region.

10. Mofatah: Mofatah is one of the tastiest and most favorite dishes around Saudi Arabia. It is also known as Kabsa. The dish is made out of a sheep. As it is difficult to be made at home, it is served on special occasions and events with great pride!

As the dish is in great demand, now some of the restaurants do offer the service of cooking this dish for the people on a provision of sheep by the one who orders its cooking.
 
11. Maqluba / مقلوبة: Maqluba has now turned out to be one of most famous foods of the Saudi Arabia and places around. The dish has gained popularity in countries like Syria, Palestine and Lebanon. The dish is a traditional dish originated from Levant.

 This dish is made out through a combination of meat and rice complemented with fried vegetables beautifully places in a pot. The meat of chicken and lamb is used for its preparation while it is served with tomatoes, potatoes, cauliflower, and eggplant.

12. Shakshouka / شكشوكة: Shakshouka or alternatively known as shakshuka is another traditional and famous dish of Saudi Arabia. The basic ingredient of the dish is an egg. The eggs are poached in the sauce of tomatoes, chili peppers and onions to give it a great and new taste.

Also to add more flavors artichoke hearts, potatoes, and broad beans are added to the dish. The dish is quite famous among the Middle Eastern countries and the Maghreb.

13. Mahela: Quiet heard of Mahela in Saudi Arabia? Well, Mahela is one of the top famous dishes of Saudi Arabia. This dish has now gained popularity in Syria, Palestine and Lebanon.

The dish is popularly served at home parties, major events, and even weddings! It would take an hour to make out a delicious platter of Mahela. Make sure to add spices and Mahela is incomplete without spices!

 /  Source: lifeinsaudiarabia

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