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Ramadan Recipes: Lamb Harees

  • Publish date: Wednesday، 24 January 2024
Ramadan Recipes: Lamb Harees

Indulge in the authentic flavors of Emirati cuisine with a classic Ramadan dish, Lamb Harees. This hearty and wholesome recipe has been cherished in the United Arab Emirates for generations, especially during the holy month of Ramadan. Lamb Harees brings together simple yet flavorful ingredients, cooked to perfection, creating a dish that symbolizes unity, tradition, and the spirit of Ramadan.

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  • Ingredients

    • 180 Minutes
    • 8 Serving
    • 350 Calories

Lamb Harees

1 cup cracked wheat
1 cup whole wheat
1 kg lamb, bone-in, cut into chunks
2 large onions, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
Salt to taste
Ghee or clarified butter
  • Method & Directions

    • 240 Minutes
  1. Soak the Wheat
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Wash the cracked wheat and whole wheat, then soak them in water for a few hours or overnight.
  2. Prepare the Lamb
    تم نسخ الرابط
    In a large pot, combine the soaked wheat, chunks of lamb, chopped onions, minced garlic, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and salt.
  3. Cooking Phase 1
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. This initial cooking phase takes around 1-2 hours.
  4. Mashing
    تم نسخ الرابط
    After the wheat and lamb have softened, use a traditional harees stick or an immersion blender to mash the mixture until it reaches a porridge-like consistency.
  5. Cooking Phase 2
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Return the pot to the heat and continue cooking on low, stirring frequently. Add ghee or clarified butter for richness. Cook until the harees reaches a smooth and creamy texture. This phase takes an additional 1-2 hours.
  6. Serve
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Lamb Harees is traditionally served hot, garnished with a drizzle of ghee on top.
  • Nutrition Facts

Calories 350
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