If you are looking for an amazing and diverse culinary experience, look no further than Abu Dhabi. Offering a wide variety of Arabic Cuisine in Abu Dhabi, the food here is sure to please everyone's taste buds. From succulent lamb dishes to sweet and savory desserts, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, with so many different restaurants to choose from, you can explore a variety of flavors and styles. Here are some of the different kinds of dishes from different cuisines that you can experience here in Abu Dhabi.
Levantine Cuisine:
The word “Levantine” is used to describe the eastern Mediterranean region of Western Asia, consisting of countries like Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Israel, and Turkey. There are a variety of different popular dishes that originated from the Levantine region, like Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tabbouleh, Fattoush, Kofta Kebab, Kibbeh, Falafels, and even the popular Shawarma.
Emirati Cuisine:
Despite the UAE being mostly a desert region, it does have two coastlines. As such, seafood is one of the many highlights of local Emirati dishes, like Madrooba, and Jasheed, which are traditional dishes favored highly by locals. Rice & Meat dishes are very popular here, with chicken, lamb & beef being popular meat options. A variety of different species sourced from across Asia, the Arabian Gulf & the Middle East are used to enrich these local dishes. On the other hand, desserts like Kunafah & Luqaimat are local favorites.
Qatari Cuisine:
Qatari cuisine borrows inspiration from a variety of different food cultures like India, Lebanon, Iran, and more. Due to the large expat community in the country, you are bound to find delicious food from around the world. However, there is one dish that is very famous across the middle-eastern region from Qatari Cuisine, and that’s Majboos. Often considered the country’s national dish, Majboos is a meat & rice dish made with basmati rice, a mix of spices with mutton, chicken, or fish, and a garnish of pine nuts, raisins, fried onions, tomatoes, and at times, a portion of spicy salsa, often called Shatta.
Omani Cuisine:
Oman is home to some of the most delicious dates in this region, and their flavored coffee made with cardamom called Kahwa plays an integral role in Omani Culture. It is often served alongside traditional sweets to honor guests & visitors.
One of Oman’s signature dishes is called Shuwa, which is a grilled meat & rice dish made in the local Omani way. It is said to take several days to fully prepare the dish but eventually results in a very delicious meal. It is often prepared in anticipation for special occasions like Eid, weddings, and the like.
Many of these dishes, from different cultures, can be experienced here in Abu Dhabi, at most traditional Arabic restaurants like Al Mandi & Al Madhbi House, which have been in business for decades and own multiple branches all over the emirate. Their success is largely owed due to their authentic approach to preparing these dishes in the traditional way, following original recipes, techniques, and customs that come together to deliver a delicious meal that tastes just like what you’d have at home. This is one of the best ways to enjoy the diversity of restaurants in Abu Dhabi.
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