
United Arab Emirates
Harees
هريس
Wheat and meat porridge slow-cooked for hours then beaten until smooth, a Ramadan specialty and wedding dish, UNESCO-recognized, smooth porridge-like consistency with meat fully incorporated.
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United Arab Emirates
هريس
Wheat and meat porridge slow-cooked for hours then beaten until smooth, a Ramadan specialty and wedding dish, UNESCO-recognized, smooth porridge-like consistency with meat fully incorporated.

Oman
معجن
Majeen is a Dhofari preserved-meat specialty slow-cooked in rendered fat until tender, concentrating its savory flavor for shelf-stable storage.

United Arab Emirates
سلونة
Traditional tomato-based stew with meat (chicken, lamb, or fish) and vegetables like potatoes, carrots, zucchini, and cauliflower, rich tomato base with tender meat and balanced spices, a daily staple.

United Arab Emirates
ثريد
Meat and vegetable stew served over pieces of thin bread (rgaag or rakhal) that soak up the flavorful broth, a Ramadan favorite, bread properly soaked but not mushy with rich spiced tomato broth and tender meat.