Tag: Traditional Saudi Food
Al-Fasulya Al-Naashifuh (الفاصوليا الناشفة) – Dry Bean Stew with Meat
This dish, Al-Fasulya Al-Naashifuh, is a slow-simmered stew made with tender meat, tomatoes, garlic, and dry navy beans — a classic that speaks of home, warmth, and tradition. It’s a staple in Hijazi kitchens, where the scent of caramelized onions and rich tomato sauce fills …
Bamia (بامية) – Okra Stew with Lamb
This Bamia (بامية) recipe is a hearty okra stew featuring tender lamb ribs or shoulder pieces, cooked with fresh garlic, onion, tomato, and small-sized okra (preferably size zero for best texture). Finished with a hint of lemon and fresh coriander, it’s a flavorful and comforting …
Shorbat Alluhmat Almafruma – (شربة اللحمة المفرومة) Ground Meat & Vermicelli Soup
Shorbat Alluhmat Almafruma is a warm, comforting soup passed down through generations across the Middle East. Made with spiced meatballs simmered in a fragrant tomato broth and finished with soft vermicelli noodles, this dish is both hearty and nostalgic. It’s the perfect cozy meal for …
Shorbat Al-Kersha (شربة الكرشة): Traditional Tripe & Wheat Soup from Makkah
Shorbat Al-Kersha is a comforting, traditional soup made with tender lamb tripe and hearty grains, simmered slowly with fragrant spices and tomato. This beloved dish, passed down through generations in Makkah, carries a deep, savory flavor and thick texture that’s perfect for colder days or …
Shorbat Al-Kwaykar – Hearty Lamb & Oat Soup from Makkah
This comforting dish, Shorbat Al-Kwaykar, is a beloved Makkawi soup made with tender lamb, warming spices, and oats. It’s often enjoyed during colder months or on special family nights, with its rich broth and hearty texture bringing warmth and nostalgia. Passed down through generations, this …
Shorbat Al-‘Adas: A Warm Makkawi Hug in a Bowl
There’s nothing quite like a bowl of Shorbat Al-‘Adas, especially when it’s made the way my grandmother Khadija used to prepare it in Makkah. This simple yet soulful lentil soup was a staple on chilly evenings and during Ramadan, offering comfort, warmth, and nourishment in …
Al-Saqat (السقط) – a Hearty Hijazi Dish with Kersha (Lamb Belly or Tripe)
Al-Saqat is a traditional Hijazi dish made with Kersha—lamb belly or tripe—slow-cooked in tomatoes, garlic, spices, and chickpeas. This dish carries deep roots in the kitchens of Makkah, where my grandmother Khadija lovingly prepared it for family gatherings. Rich, comforting, and full of bold flavors, …
Al-Kazartma (Makkah-style Stewed Meat with Tomato)
📜 A traditional dish from Makkah, lovingly passed down from my grandmother Khadija’s notebook. 🌿 Introduction Some recipes carry more than just flavor—they hold memories. Kazartama is one of those treasured dishes from my grandmother Khadija’s kitchen in Makkah. I discovered this recipe in her …