Iraq, UAE – Masgouf (National dish of Iraq)

September 12, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, Iraqi Cuisine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

The most important and lovable dish of Iraq that is also a national dish of Iraq is this dish. Whole fish is cooked instead of fish pieces. This is the way to represent this dish, masgouf. Iraqi cuisine is called Mesopotamian cuisine. It is originated by different regional cuisines including Persians and Iraq, etc. Masgouf is well recognized by Middle Eastern restaurants and other Middle Eastern countries and, is a very old and traditional dish of Mesopotamian cuisine.

United Arab Emirates – Shish Taouk

March 2, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

This middle east dish is very similar with the one of the Persian dish named as Jujeh Kabab. The meaning of the word SHISH TAOUK is very difficult to find out. As the dish is, Skewered Chicken is the meaning of the Shish Taouk.

Iran, United Arab Emirates – Kabab Koobideh

September 20, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, Iranian Cuisine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

This is one of the best dishes in Iranian Cuisine. Mostly used mincemeat is from lamb and beef. Chicken is rarely used in traditional dishes like this kabob koobideh. This dish is traditionally included in the national cuisine of Iran and also in many other cuisines but with different names. Iranian cuisine is included in the Khaleeji cuisine because this cuisine has a great impact on Arabian and Emirati cuisine. Iranian cuisine is known as āšpazi-e iranī in Persia and, the culinary culture evolved by time and influence by other traditions.

The United Arab Emirates – Lamb Quzi

March 27, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

Quzi is an Arabic dish made up of rice and lamb but in a unique way. The name of this dish came from the Turkish Language. The word Quzi in Arabic and KUZU in Turkish. Both words have the same meaning in English; Lamb. This dish has many regional variations according to the world’s different cultures.

Syria, United Arab Emirates – Mutabbal/ Baba ghanoush

November 7, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, Syrian Cuisine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

Mutabal is also known as Baba Ganoush. This is like a dip made up of eggplants. In the Arabic language, the word ”BABA” means ”FATHER”. The other word is ”ġannūj” is the personal full name. Mutabal is another name for this dish in Levantine, Syria, etc. This means ”SPICED”. The culinary tradition of Israeli cuisine is from the GREATER SYRIA. In a Syrian meal, this is served with coffee. This is served also with the CONFECTIONERY SWEET, desserts, etc.

United Arab Emirates – Arabic Tea

July 4, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

Tea is popular worldwide, it is also a prominent part of the Arabic world. They have huge fans of this Arabic Tea which is served with dates and honey. In Arabic society tea has the gesture of many things.

United Arab Emirates – Kofta

June 20, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

Kofta is a member of Meat Balls and have name derived from Persian word, KUFTA. This is shaped especially into balls as a KOFTA but different shapes can be made out of the same batter of meat. Kofta can be made up of even vegetables like cabbage, potato, mixed vegetables, calabash, unripe bananas, etc. There is a huge variation of the same element of the dish and included in many countries’ national cuisine.

Jordan, United Arab Emirates – Mansaf

August 8, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, Jordanian Cuisine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

This dish is very royal having different ingredients together on a plate. This is a very delicious dish, very popular throughout the UAE. It is an Arabic dish and as we knew, Arabs have many royal dishes with the use of a huge amount of meat especially lamb meat or mutton, and dry fruits, nuts, saffron, etc. Atwa (truce) and Ja’ha (peacemaking process) are the two main events of Jordan and this dish is also very important in these events. In the 20th Century, Joseph Massad declared this dish as the traditional and national dish of Jordan.

Lebanon, United Arab Emirates – Za’atar Manakeesh

August 29, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, Lebanese Cuisine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

Manakeesh is a flat crispy bread topped with different seasonings and served with different sauces and vegetables. It is like a pizza but in Arabian style. It is eaten in breakfast and also be served as a snack and even in lunch and dinners. In Lebanon, Za’atar is the must for Manakeesh. This dish, Manakeesh is originated from Lebanon but now it is famous all over the Middles East. The word Manakeesh is the Arabic word Manqushah. MANQUSHAH is formed by the word NAQUSH that means ”CRAVE OUT”. This dish is originated in the Fertile Crescent.

United Arab Emirates – Beef Al Harees

July 25, 2021/0 Comments/in World Cuisine, Asian Cusine, United Arab Emirates Cuisine/by adelina aida

This dish is a very healthy meal in UAE. Harees means SMASHED OR MASHED. According to the Patron Saint of Armenia, this meal is served for charity and poor children. This is the national dish of Armenia. The dish is served and cooked in many countries but with some variations according to the taste of that particular area.

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