Emirati Cuisine

5 dishes · Community built

Emirati Dishes

#1

Harees

★ 4.9350 ratings

A slow-cooked porridge of wheat and shredded meat, smooth and comforting.

#2

Luqaimat

★ 4.7176 ratings

Crispy, golden dumplings drizzled in date syrup, a beloved Emirati sweet.

#3

Machboos

★ 4.7192 ratings

The UAE's beloved spiced rice dish, layered with tender meat and dried lime.

#4

Khameer Bread

★ 4.4111 ratings

A soft, slightly sweet flatbread baked with sesame and nigella seeds.

#5

Balaleet

★ 4.4319 ratings

Sweet saffron vermicelli topped with a savory folded omelet.

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