9 (Yemeni)

List by: atasneem, created: 19 Sep 2020, updated: 19 Sep 2020 Public: Users can add dishes

Yemen is a small country in the middle east. Most of the popular foods are eaten in almost every country in the middle east. But there is some food which is originated mainly from Yemen. Here is the list of the dishes.

1. Saltah

(Yemeni)

Although each region has their own variation, Saltah is considered the national dish. The base is a brown meat stew called maraq a dollop of fenugreek froth (holba), and sahawiq or sahowqa (a mixture of chili peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs ground into a salsa). Rice, potatoes, scrambled eggs, and vegetables are common additions to saltah. Meats used in the preparation of this dish are typically lamb or chicken. It is eaten traditionally with Yemeni flat bread, which serves as …

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2. Zhoug

(Israeli) (Yemeni)

Zhoug is a traditional Middle Eastern sauce and condiment that originated from Yemen, but it's also very popular in Israel. The sauce is usually made from green or red hot peppers, garlic, coriander, cumin, cardamom, salt, and various spices.

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3. Sidr Honey

(Yemeni)

Sidr honey is traditional honey originating from Yemen. It's collected exclusively from the nectar of Sidr trees, which have a unique and aromatic smell that attracts the bees. The honey is considered medicinal-grade honey as the medicinal benefits are greater than that of regular table honey, which is why it's so expensive. Many Yemeni people take this honey after every meal.

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4. Qishr

(Yemeni)

Qishr is a traditional Yemeni infusion made with coffee husks, ginger, sugar, and sometimes cinnamon. In the past, qishr was used by Muslim dervishes as a part of religious ceremonies, but nowadays it is considered a universal drink which is consumed instead of coffee because it is less expensive. In Yemen, qishr is traditionally consumed hot and sweetened, and it is typically served to guests as a sign of hospitality.

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5. Masoob

Masoub, Malikia, معصوب (Yemeni)

Masoob is a sweet and savory banana-based dish made from a base of over-ripe bananas and ground flatbread. Toppings like cream, nuts, honey or raisins are normally added.

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6. Maraq

(Yemeni)

Maraq is a delicate and aromatic Yemeni lamb (or chicken) broth soup that is traditionally served at the beginning of the meal. Each family and restaurant makes a different maraq stock, so it may be simmered with garlic, turmeric, onions, coriander, pepper, or cinnamon, depending on personal preferences. It is also a popular dish in Somalia.

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7. Aseed

(Yemeni)

It is a Yemeni delicacy. It is a meal, using only boiled water, flour, and some salt. Typically it is smothered in gravy.

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8. Chicken Mandi

Yemeni Chicken Mandi (Yemeni)

Chicken Mandi is very popular and simple dish from Yemen. There is a simple way to make it, although, no one can beat the taste of underground cooked Yemeni Chicken Mandi. Yemeni Chicken Mandi, is aromatic and delicious Yemeni dish. Mandi is popular in all Arab countries, and this is the easiest method to make it.

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9. Ful Medames

Foul Meddamas, Ful Mudammas, Foule Mudammes (Egyptian) (Lebanese) (-Middle Eastern-) (...)

Dish of cooked fava beans served with vegetable oil, cumin, and optionally with chopped parsley, garlic, onion, lemon juice and chili pepper. It is a staple meal in Egypt, especially in the northern cites of Cairo and Gizah. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F…

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