As the 2022 World Cup approaches, thousands of people are starting to flock to Qatar. And one of the things that tourists want to experience is enjoying some of the local and traditional dishes of this country.
Machboos
This is a popular dish in Qatar. Machboos are made from cooked basmati rice and include chicken, Lamb, fish or camel. To perfect this unique flavor, people add garlic, ginger, chili and a mixture of Qatari spices.
Machboos have a mixture of fennel, coriander, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, black pepper. An indispensable ingredient is Loomi, imported from Oman, which brings a unique sour taste to traditional dishes.
Thareed
Thareed is a popular stew made with chicken, Lamb and tomato sauce. All are cooked over the stove with vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, onions, chickpeas and then placed on a tray of sandwiches.
This is an easy-to-encounter, nutritious, un tiring dish and suitable for many different types of diners.
Harees
Overnight, boiled or ground wheat is a highlight of Harees. This dish is cooked slowly for 5-6 hours to soften the Lamb or chicken.
Harees also reduce cinnamon, fennel and are served with buffalo starch. Families in Qatar often send this typical food to homes in the area as a gesture of goodwill, especially during the month of Ramadan.
Madrouba
The dish is described as a fragrant, spicy congee dish covered with a layer of salty protein. To prepare Madrouba, the rice must be simmered for many hours in milk and butter, with the flavor of nutmeg.
Madrouba is slow-cooked for 3 hours, adding chicken will help completely change the original flavor. Finally, the flour is added to the dish to create a certain consistency.
Diners can easily find this dish in any restaurant in Qatar.
Balaleet
Balaleet is a unique combination of sweet noodles cooked in butter, cinnamon, saffron and nutmeg. To make a slight difference in flavor, many people add rose or turmeric juice.
Then it is coated with a layer of salty distilled eggs or fried eggs toasted with cardamom. In addition, the vermicelli is grilled until golden brown, then boiled until done.
Balaleet is served for breakfast or as a dessert.
