Qatayef Recipe (Ramadan Stuffed Pancakes)
Make qatayef, the Ramadan stuffed pancakes: a bubbly one-side batter, nut or cream filling, sealed edges and a light syrup. Fixes for pancakes that won’t seal.
Kabsa, mandi, saleeg, jalamah and the Ramadan sweets of Saudi Arabia, from the Hejaz to Najd, written for home kitchens with clear timings and fixes.
Recipes developed and tested by Farwa Zeeshan
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- 9Chicken KabsaOne-pot spiced rice
Lamb MandiSmoky oven mandi- 9SaleegCreamy Hejazi rice
- 9JalamahSlow lamb stew
- 9QatayefRamadan pancakes
KunafaCrisp kunafa
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Saudi Recipes FAQ
What is the national dish of Saudi Arabia?
Kabsa, a one-pot spiced rice with chicken or lamb.
What is saleeg?
A creamy rice cooked in stock and milk, from the Hejaz.
What is baharat?
An Arabic spice mix of allspice, black pepper, cumin, coriander and cinnamon.
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Chicken Kabsa Recipe (Saudi One-Pot Spiced Rice)
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Saudi Chicken Shawarma Recipe (Street Style at Home)
Make Saudi street-style chicken shawarma at home with charred, juicy chicken, garlic toum and pickles, wrapped and toasted. No rotisserie needed.
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Saudi Saffron Fish and Rice Recipe (Sayadieh Style)
Make Gulf-style saffron fish and rice: flaky spiced fish, golden saffron rice cooked in fish stock and caramelised onions. Ready in about an hour.
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Lamb Mandi Recipe (Yemeni Style, Smoky and Tender)
Make Yemeni lamb mandi at home: fall-apart lamb, rice cooked in its broth, and a charcoal smoke finish. Hawaij spice blend and oven method included.
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Kunafa Recipe (Crispy Cheese Kunafa with Syrup)
Make crispy, golden kunafa with a stretchy cheese centre and fragrant sugar syrup. Kataifi or semolina base, butter ratios and baking tips.
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