Best Arabic Cuisine

Best Arabic Cuisine, Famous Arabic cuisine(Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and UAE)

Selecting the best Arabic foods and writing about them is an enjoyable task. Sitting in an Arabic restaurant and savoring a meal rooted in the rich history of the Middle East. Middle Eastern countries are known for their diverse culinary culture, forming a table filled with a variety of delicious dishes. But why have we dedicated this article from FlySepehran blog to introducing famous Arabic foods? Because a significant portion of international tourists come from Arabic-speaking nations. So, the more you know about their culinary culture, the more professionally and high-quality you can host Arabic-speaking tourists.

On the other hand, Arabic-speaking countries have always been among the top destinations for international tourists, whether those attracted to the glamour of the UAE or those embarking on a journey to explore the indigenous culture of Oman.

Here you have a comprehensive list of the best Arabic foods along with the ingredients used in their preparation. In Sepehran blog, you can learn more about the culinary cultures of different nations worldwide.

 

What you’ll read about the most delicious Arabic foods in this article:

• The best Arabic foods according to the World Food Atlas
• The best Arabic foods according to CNN
• Famous Arabic dishes in Oman
• Delicious Arabic foods in Saudi Arabia
• The best Arabic foods in Kuwait
• Arabic foods in the United Arab Emirates

The Best Arabic Foods

According to Taste Atlas Taste Atlas (https://www.tasteatlas.com), with the slogan “Travel the world, eat local,” has compiled an encyclopedia of tastes and flavors of traditional and local dishes from all around the world, along with the ingredients used in their preparation. In this atlas, more than ten thousand dishes are introduced, and tens of thousands of fragrant and flavorful dishes from around the world are still under review and study. As a reliable reference for introducing the best Arabic foods, we decided to first turn to Taste Atlas and provide you with a list of famous Arabic dishes from the perspective of this encyclopedia.

The best Arabic foods according to the World Food Atlas
Row	English name	Arabic name	Compounds	Type
1	Kubaneh	كبانة	A popular Yemeni bread made from flour, sugar, salt, and butter. This traditional breakfast dish is often garnished with black cumin seeds.	Breakfast
2	Chicken Kabouli	قبولي دجاج	Alqabuli is a traditional Omani dish made with rice. To prepare this dish, rice is flavored with a combination of Omani spices and ground spices like cardamom, coriander, cloves, and cinnamon. The flavored rice is served with caramelized onions and pieces of pre-seasoned, boiled, and fried chicken. This dish is often garnished with dates, chickpeas, potatoes, and peanuts.	Main Course
3	Omani Chicken Biryani	برياني دجاج عماني	Omani Chicken Biryani is a type of rice dish that, like other Arabic biryanis, consists of rice along with pieces of chicken (leg or breast). Although Omani Chicken Biryani is not as spicy as some other chicken biryanis, it is still a fragrant dish and is usually served with cucumber raita (a type of Arabic condiment), lime, and onion slices.	Main Course
4	Mishkak	المشاکیک	Mishkak: Among Oman’s local dishes, Mishkak is a popular street snack made from beef, chicken, or lamb. This dish consists of flavorful chunks of meat skewered and grilled. The meat is cut into small bite-sized pieces and marinated in a mixture of various spices, including black pepper, cardamom, cumin, ginger, garlic, chili powder, coriander, fenugreek, cinnamon, salt, coriander, tamarind paste, salt, oil, and water to create a flavorful marinade. Aside from marinating it for a relatively long time, the key to making a perfectly juicy Mishkak is to grill the meat precisely at the right moment over the fire. This popular street food is typically served with spicy tamarind sauce or chili sauce and a salad of greens. Alternatively, you can place it inside warm bread and enjoy it as a sandwich.	Main Course
5	Areeka	العريكة	Al-Areekah is a traditional Yemeni dessert made from a combination of mashed dates and crushed bread, enriched with ingredients such as cream, condensed milk, honey, and spices. This dessert is garnished with honey, almond slivers, and even grated cheese.	Dessert – snack
6	Omani Halwa	حلوى عمانية	Omani Halwa is a type of gelatinous and sticky sweet similar to other halwas, made from water, sugar, butter, and cornflour. Omani Halwa can be adorned with anything from rosewater and saffron to dried fruits and nuts. It is typically enjoyed with Arabic coffee.	Dessert
7	Saltah	سلتة	This hearty stew is usually cooked for lunch. The main base of this dish is a meat stew prepared with lamb and a mixture of bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and chopped greens. Common additions to this dish include rice, potatoes, and eggs.	Main Course
8	Jalamah	الجلمة	Jalamah is a dish originating from Saudi Arabia, consisting of pieces of lamb cooked with fat, onions, and a blend of Arabic spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, coriander, and black pepper. It is served with rice or bread.	Main Course
9	Gers Ogaily	كيكة قرص العقيلي	Kuwaiti Sponge Cake is cooked in large pans. Gers Ogaily is prepared by mixing simple egg batter flavored with saffron, cardamom, and rosewater. Sometimes, this cake is baked in smaller molds and served as a single-serving dessert. Both versions (large or small) are garnished with sesame seeds.	Dessert
10	Khanfaroosh	خنفروش	Khanfaroosh is a deep-fried dessert similar to donuts and is common in countries around the Persian Gulf, including Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE. It is made from wheat flour, rice flour, eggs, baking powder, sugar, saffron, cardamom, and rosewater. It is enjoyed with tea and coffee.	Dessert
11	Ma’amoul	المعمول	Ma’amoul is a traditional pastry filled with fruits and nuts such as dates, walnuts, and pistachios. It’s not uncommon to sprinkle powdered sugar on top of these pastries for added sweetness. This pastry is often served with coffee or tea and enjoyed throughout the day.	Dessert
12	Balaleet	بلالیط	An Arabic breakfast that is made from vermicelli noodles, eggs, cardamom, saffron, butter, and water, but it can also include ingredients like rosewater, dried fruits, and honey.	Breakfast
13	Ruz al Bukhari	رز بخاري	Ruz al Bukhari is a rice dish popular throughout the Persian Gulf countries. Middle Eastern people believe that this dish gets its name from the city of Bukhara. Various spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, cumin, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, fenugreek, and black pepper are used in cooking this dish. The main ingredients for preparing this dish are chicken, veal, or lamb meat combined with long-grain rice, which is cooked in meat broth	Main Course
14	Shuwa	لحم شواء التنور العماني	Shuwa is often recognized as Oman’s national dish. This dish is prepared with chunks of lamb, goat, beef, or camel meat along with bones, cooked in a blend of spices such as chili pepper, cardamom, cloves, cumin, and coriander. Traditionally, the flavorful meat is wrapped in banana or date leaves and placed in a pit of fire to cook thoroughly. Once the meat is ready, it is served on a bed of rice.	Main Course
15	Shakshouka	شكشوكة	A colorful combination of poached eggs in a spicy tomato sauce creates a breakfast dish known as Shakshouka. Making this dish is straightforward; onions, tomatoes, and spices are simmered in a skillet to form a delicious tomato sauce. Then, the eggs are added directly to the tomato sauce and poached until cooked.	Breakfast
16	Machboos Laham	مجبوس	To prepare Machboos Laham, the national dish of all Arabic-speaking people, rice and meat are combined with a mixture of caramelized onions, raisins, and yellow lentils. This dish is cooked with pieces of lamb, chicken, or fish and flavored with spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, pepper, and ginger	Main Course
17	Mumawash	مموش	This classic Kuwaiti dish is a combination of rice and mung beans. Mung beans are sautéed with onions and various spices such as cinnamon, turmeric, coriander, saffron, and dried lime, mixed with rice. Then, it is slowly simmered in a flavorful meat broth until it reaches the desired consistency.	Main Course
18	Saloona	صالونة الدجاج	This dish is a classic Arabic stew that is typically prepared and enjoyed as a homemade meal. The most common variety is made with chicken, but it can also be made with vegetables, various other types of meat, or fish as the main ingredient. It is a hearty meat stew flavored with tomatoes, caramelized onions, garlic, ginger, and herbs.	Main Course
19	‌Dajaj Mahmar	دجاج محمر	One of the most famous Bahraini dishes is ” Dajaj Mahmar,” which is traditionally cooked with rice and served with grilled fish, lamb shanks, or chicken. This dish is sweet, and its sweetness is derived from date syrup or honey.	Main Course
20	karak or Karak Chai	شاي كرك	The national drink of Qatar is karak or Karak Chai, which is made with black tea, cardamom, saffron, and milk. However, you can also use sugar and other spices like cinnamon and ginger in its preparation. Most Qataris start their day by drinking this tea.	Beverages
21	Dajaj Mashwi	دجاج مشوي	Dajaj Mashwi is a specialty dish from Saudi Arabia, prepared with boneless chicken breast. The chicken breast is marinated, seasoned, and grilled. Common ingredients used for seasoning the chicken include paprika or red pepper powder, ginger, garlic, onions, black pepper, salt, oil, and lemon juice. The spicy and flavorful chicken is typically served with garlic sauce and a special salad, making it a delightful meal	Main Course
22	Saleeg	سلیق	Saleeg, originally from the Hijaz region, is a traditional dish in Saudi Arabia. It is prepared with short-grain rice and cooked meat. Chicken is the most common meat used for making this dish, and it is often precooked with spices before being sautéed. The rice is also cooked in the same meat broth.	Main Course
23	Quzi / Quozi	قوزی	Quozi, also known as Quozi, is another excellent Arab rice-based dish made with lamb, vegetables, and nuts. It is garnished with various fresh herbs and aromatic spices.	Main Course
24	Masoub	مصعوب	Masoub is an Arab dessert popular throughout the Arabian Peninsula. This dish is primarily made from mashed bananas and bread and is typically enriched with butter, cream, spices, honey, and dates	Dessert / Breakfast
25	Zhoug	ژوگ/ سَحاوِق/بسباس/ مَعبوج	This is a traditional Middle Eastern condiment made from hot green or red peppers, garlic, cilantro, cumin, cardamom, salt, and various spices. There are different variations of this sauce, so people often add other ingredients like mint or lemon juice to it. What matters is that Zhug should always have a spicy flavor. This condiment is often served with grilled meat or used as a sandwich sauce.	condiment
26	Aseeda	عصيدة	To make Aseeda, flour, water, saffron, and honey are mixed together over heat to form a cohesive dough.	Dessert
27	Machboos Laham	مجبوس لحم	Machboos Laham is a combination of rice and meat with a mixture of sautéed onions, raisins, and chickpeas. This dish is typically prepared with pieces of lamb, chicken, or fish and seasoned with various spices like cardamom, cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, pepper, and ginger.	Main Course
28	Hininy	حنيني	Hininy is a traditional Saudi Arabian dish made from dates, butter, and brown bread. The entire concoction is flavored with spices like saffron and cardamom. Its origins lie in the Najd region, and it is particularly popular during the winter.	Dessert
29	Mathroobi	مضروبة	Mathroobi is a popular Qatari dish made from chicken marinated in a rich cream of wheat, onions, tomatoes, saffron, and various spices. This dish is traditionally served during the iftar meal in the month of Ramadan. While it may not appear appetizing, its bold flavors have transformed it into a truly delicious dish.	Main Course
30	Gursan	القرصان	Al-Qursan is one of Saudi Arabia’s national dishes, prepared by placing thin, dry bread sheets over meat and vegetables in a meat-based broth until the bread absorbs all the delicious flavors. The end result is not a soup but rather a hearty, nourishing, and delightful dish.	Main Course
31	Qishr	قشر/ قهوة القشر	Qishr is a traditional Yemeni herbal tea made from coffee husks, ginger, sugar, and sometimes cinnamon. In the past, qishr was a popular beverage among Muslim Sufis used in religious ceremonies. However, today it is recognized as a global beverage and is considered a cost-effective alternative to coffee.	Beverages
32	Umm Ali	ام علی	While there are several recipes for preparing this dessert, Umm Ali is usually made with puff pastry and a mixture of sugar, milk, and pieces of coconut. This mixture is often garnished with raisins, pistachios, and cinnamon, and baked in the oven until it takes on a golden-brown color. This dessert can be served either hot or cold.	Dessert

 

The Best Arabic Foods According to CNN

Since major news magazines are interested in all topics, we decided to turn to CNN, the news magazine, to explore the best Arabic foods and conduct a search through its pages. The results of this web search are sometimes similar to the World Food Atlas report and sometimes different. However, it is enough to introduce us to famous Arabic foods. 

The Best Middle Eastern Foods According to CNN
Row	English name	Arabic name	Compounds	Type
1	Hummus	حمص	Soaked chickpeas, fresh lemon, olive oil, garlic, yogurt, a few ice cubes.	Appetizer
2	Manakish	مناقیش	Flour, yeast, oregano, ground beef, pizza cheese, yogurt, olive oil.	Appetizer / Main Course
3	Foul Meddamas	الفول المدمس	Canned beans, garlic, tomatoes, parsley, olive oil	Breakfast
4	Falafel	فلافل	Soaked chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, onions, garlic, sesame, cumon, baking powder.	Main Course
5	Tabouleh	التبولة	Tomatoes, parsley, onions, mint, bulgur, olive oil, fresh lemon juice.	salad
6	Moutabal/Baba Ghanoush	باباغنوج/ متبل باذنجان	Eggplant, tomatoes, pomegranate molasses or seeds, olive oil, garlic, fresh lemon juice, mint.	Appetizer
7	Fattoush	فتوش	Cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, parsley, dried mint, black olives, small pieces of toasted bread (usually samboosa dough fried in hot oil).	Appetizer / salad
8	Umm ali	ام علی	Puff pastry, sugar, butter, cream, condensed milk, coconut, sliced almonds, pistachios.	Dessert
9	Shanklish	الشنكليش	Greek yogurt, black sesame seeds, oregano, red pepper powder.	Dessert
10	Shawarma	شاورما	Chicken breast, yogurt, fresh lemon juice, ginger, garlic, onions, shawarma spices	fast food
11	Shish Tawook	شیش طاووق	5pieces of chicken squares, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, colorful bell peppers	Main Course
12	Dolma	دولمة	Vermicelli, rice, ground beef, potatoes, pomegranate molasses, tomato paste, spices.	Main Course
13	Quwarmah Al Dajaj	دجاج کورما	Indian rice, chicken breast, spices like red pepper, turmeric, ginger, cream, cilantro.	Main Course
14	Mansaf	المنسف	Indian rice, lamb meat, cardamom, spices, grape leaves.	Main Course
15	Kebab Karaz	کباب الکرز	Ground beef, pita bread, roasted pine nuts, cherries, parsley, spices.	Main Course
16	Baklava	البقلاوه	Baklava dough, walnuts, sugar, lemon zest, rosewater, pistachios, oil.	Dessert
17	Knafeh	الكنافة	Kunafa dough, breakfast cream, sugar, cardamom, butter.	Dessert
18	Iraqi masgouf	سمك المسكوف العراقي	Grilled carp fish, fresh orange juice or lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, sumac	Main Course

 

Famous Arabic Foods in Oman

Oman is one of the top destinations in the Middle East, and while it stands in stark contrast to many of the glitzy Arabic-speaking countries, it is an ideal destination for international tourists. The main reason for attracting tourists to this country and its capital, Muscat, is its native culture, which includes Arabic cuisine as an integral part. Book your plane ticket to Muscat now, pack your bags, and get ready to experience the famous Arabic foods in Oman.

 

Famous Arabic Foods in Oman
Row	English name	Arabic name	Compounds	Type
1	Majboos	مجبوس	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
2	Shuwa	شووا	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
3	Mashuai	سمك كنعد مشوي	Another delicious dish that Omanis love is Mashuai. This dish consists of grilled fish and rice served with lemon sauce	Main Course
4	Mushaltat	فطيرة مشلتت	A famous and delicious dish among Omanis is a type of soft bread that is filled with honey, meat, spinach, or cheese. This bread is made from refined wheat flour and is filled with various ingredients in the form of thin cakes	snack / Main Course
5	Shawarma	شاورما	Shawarma, a popular Omani sandwich, is made from meat seasoned with spices and pickled vegetables. Shawarma is often served with french fries	Fast food

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The Most Delicious Foods in Saudi Arabia

Most international tourists associate Saudi Arabia primarily with the global pilgrimage event of Hajj, while this country strives to become a successful example of a sustainable tourism destination in the Middle East. The attention and preservation of traditional foods with rich histories and their generational cooking methods are an integral part of a nation’s culture and preserving cultural roots is synonymous with sustainable tourism practices.

If you intend to visit this forward-thinking destination in the future, it’s worth knowing more about the most delicious foods in Saudi Arabia.

Famous Arabic Foods in Saudi Arabia
Row	English name	Arabic name	Compounds	Type
1	Kabsa	الكبسة/مجبوس	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
2	Matazeez	المطازیز	This is a traditional Saudi Arabian dish in which flattened meatballs are cooked and served in a rich stew with vegetables and spices.	Main Course
3	Madfoun	مدفون	This dish is a combination of meat, rice, and spices. It has a mild flavor and a soft texture, a result of simmering the rice and meat for hours.	Main Course
4	Qursan	القرصان	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	side dish
5	Jarish	جریش	This dish is prepared with ground wheat and served with chicken, onions, and chopped rice. This traditional dish is popular throughout the Middle East, especially in Saudi Arabia. While most of the dishes mentioned in this list are rich in rice and meat, Jareesh is suitable for those looking for meals rich in vitamin B	Main Course
6	Saleeg	سلیق	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
7	Mofatah Al-Dajaj	مفطح بالدجاج	This dish consists of pieces of fried and cooked chicken, seasoned with spices, served on a bed of fragrant rice.	Main Course

The Best Arabic Foods in Kuwait

Kuwait is one of the most authentic Arab countries with a rich culture despite its small size. More than any other destination in the Middle East, Kuwait showcases its cultural authenticity to visitors and tourists. If you intend to travel to this destination, purchase a Kuwait flight ticket and prepare to experience the best Arabic foods.

 

The Best Arabic Foods in Kuwait
Row	English name	Arabic name	Compounds	Type
1	Harees	هریس	A thick porridge made from wheat and minced meat, usually chicken or lamb, and is often garnished with sugar, cinnamon, and sometimes thyme and cardamom. Wheat is soaked overnight, boiled on the stove, and then ground to create a texture resembling a soup.	Aperitivo/ Main Course
2	Jireesh	جیرش	A comfortable and classic dish in the Persian Gulf region, typically made by boiling wheat or lentils with lamb or chicken. It is then flavored with various seasonings such as bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, and raisins, along with dried lime, onions, and tomatoes to give it a flavorful taste.	Aperitivo/ Main Course
3	Machboos Laham	مجبوس لحم	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
4	Mutabbaq Samak: Zubaidi	مطبق سمک/زبیدی	One of the most popular combinations of fish and rice is a special Kuwaiti dish made with Zubaidi fish. The buttery texture of Zubaidi fish is coated with spices and flour, then fried until golden. Rice is cooked in fish broth and flavored with saffron, onions, garlic, sumac, and parsley to make it flavorful. It is then garnished with herbs, nuts, and raisins and served with mango pickle and onions.	Main Course
5	Quozi	قوزی	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
6	Maglooba/ Maqluba	المقلوبه	A popular dish served at family gatherings and occasions, especially in Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Saudi Arabia, is ” Maqluba.” Maqluba is a traditional layered dish (a type of casserole) known worldwide for its delicious blend of rice, meat, and vegetables.	Main Course
7	Margoog	المرقوق	One of the beloved traditional dishes in Kuwait is ” Margoog,” a flavorful stew prepared with lamb and vegetables like eggplant and sweet pumpkin, seasoned with onions and spices. Many Kuwaitis emphasize using local lamb meat for this dish rather than imported meats.	Main Course
8	Mandi Laham	مندی اللحم	Another favorite Kuwaiti dish is “Mandi Laham.” This dish is traditionally prepared with either lamb or chicken in an oven (preferably a clay oven). The pot must be tightly sealed to ensure that the steam from the meat is trapped, keeping the meat tender and moist. Typically, Mandi Laham is served with rice and spices.	Main Course
9	saveTashreeb	تشریب	This popular dish is beloved among the people of Kuwait during the fall and winter. It’s called “Tashreeb,” and it consists of bread soaked in a meat-based broth. This dish is prepared with chunks of meat, chickpeas, and various spices. They place the bread pieces in a platter and pour the stew over it.	Main Course
10	Mumawash Rubyan or Murabyan	مموش روبیان/مرابیان	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
11	Shawarma	شاورما	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to CNN	Fast food
12	Kebab	کباب	Kebabs are essentially dishes made from fresh chicken or lamb that are seasoned with flavorful spices and grilled. You can enjoy them with crispy fried potatoes. Typically, kebabs are accompanied by sautéed tomatoes, bell peppers, and parsley.	Main Course
13	Warak Enab	ورق‌العنب/ دولمة	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to CNN	Main Course
14	kushari	كشري	If you’re looking for a combination of Arabic and Egyptian cuisines, you should try Koshari, also known as Kushari, which is a familiar name in Kuwait. This dish is based on rice cooked with lentils and macaroni. It’s a classic steamed dish served with a spicy tomato sauce and vinegar, along with optional garnishes like fried chickpeas and onions.	Main Course

Arab Emirates Cuisine

Arab Emirates Cuisine The United Arab Emirates, a country that has been one of the most rapid pioneers towards modernization among Arab destinations, has also not overlooked preserving its native culture. While traveling to cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi may evoke thoughts of luxurious journeys, indulging in the best of Arab cuisine can be equally enjoyable even in these destinations. Here are some famous Emirati dishes.

Arab Emirates Cuisine
Row	English name	Arabic name	Compounds	Type
1	Baleelat	بلاليط	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Breakfast
2	Shakshuka	شكشوكة	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Breakfast
3	Chebab bread	خبز الجباب	Emirati Pancake, known as “Nan Khatai,” is a thin, crispy, and sweet bread that closely resembles American pancakes. The main ingredients for this bread are fine flour, eggs, clarified butter, and yeast. Nan Khatai is usually served with “Chami” cheese (or clotted cream cheese). Chami cheese is a type of salty cheese made from yogurt. They top the Nan Khatai with date syrup and honey and sometimes garnish it with sesame seeds.	Breakfast
4	Khameer Bread	خبزالخمیر	This bread can be described as one of the softest breads in the world, a round and puffed bread consisting of two layers. Instead of sugar, they use dates to sweeten the bread. Cardamom, saffron, and cardamom are the flavoring ingredients for this bread. When consuming it, you can open the layers of the bread and fill it with butter or clotted cream.	Breakfast
5	Samak Mashwi	سمك مشوي	There are various methods for grilling fish, including the Emirati style. Samak Mashwi is traditionally cooked in a clay oven along with a sauce made from a mixture of ingredients such as cumin powder, coriander powder, paprika, turmeric powder, dried lime, white vinegar, tomatoes, olive oil, and salt.	Main Course
6	Thereed	ترید	” Thereed,” often mistakenly pronounced as “Fareed,” is a popular dish in the Emirates. It is a stew made with chunks of meat (chicken or lamb) and large pieces of potatoes and vegetables. This dish is typically enjoyed with bread.	Main Course
7	Machboos	مجبوس	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course
8	Lamb Ouzi	لحم کوزی/قوزی	Explanation in the section of the Best Arabic Foods according to the World Food Atlas	Main Course

Note:  In all the tables introducing dishes, you will encounter repeated names, and this repetition is to emphasize the popularity of these dishes among Arabic-speaking nations.

 

Final Word:

Rice and meat (various types of red and white meat) with a combination of diverse spices are considered the main dishes for family meals in Arab countries. Dishes in which meat is served with rice and cooked for a long time with aromatic spices such as turmeric, saffron, ginger, grated lemon zest, bay leaves, and other seasonings and flavorings are usually among the best Arabic dishes, with slight variations in how the dish is served.

When traveling to Arabic-speaking countries, do not miss the opportunity to try traditional Arabic dishes; it’s always best to experience everything at its source.