The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a wonderland to behold. Just choose to go at the right time through smart planning and by keeping track of Saudi weather. The Saudi Kingdom is a beautiful place, but it also offers so much more to interest a traveler. There are places to see, things to try, and yummy Saudi Arabian delicacies that you need to try.
First of all, it is your first and foremost thought to keep your Spiritual visitation a priority. So being a Muslim, if you haven’t been there for your religious ritual then you can go by the end of March and April with the thorough aid of your chosen certified tour guide. April is the time for the Easter Spree for the Westerners, you can get a benefit with cheap Easter Umrah Packages as offered by your tour guide.
However, if you are free and contented with your Umrah or Hajj spree, then it is strongly recommended to explore the wonders of Saudi territory that will surely amaze your eyes. Because besides the specified Muslim holiest lands, the Kingdom flaunts outstanding destination spots with amazing things to do and try with your friends and family, including a range of traditional Saudi Arabian delicacies that you must try.
Have you ever tasted the Saudi special cuisine to entice your mouth and ramble in the Saudi streets and restaurants after your Umrah or Hajj? If not then, you must do this, especially on your family visit. The rich Saudi culture and food would surely feast your eyes and satiate your food temptation for sure.
Saudi Traditional Tribal Eateries
The Arab holds the tribal history of Nomadic sheep and goat herders. The food normally consumed by them are still used until now. These food are normally Dates, Fatir (flatbread), Arikah (Bread from the South-Western Kingdom region) and so much more.
Modernized Agriculture System of Saudi Arabia
After the discovery of Oil in the Arabian Peninsula in the 1930s, the income generated from oil production has allowed this Muslim state to raise stronger industries of agriculture. Now Saudi Arabia enjoys a remarkable agricultural network and produces its own dairy products and own vegetables. You would see the awe-inspiring chains of local, foreign and fast food chains.
However, It is recommended to Taste Saudi specialties while having your short stay in Saudi Arabia.
The Mouth-Watering Traditional Saudi Arabian delicacies
The traditional hospitality of Saudi dwellers would definitely move you. These people are really proud of their social-cultural heritage. So the Saudi special or traditional food is an inseparable part of this Kingdom. So its rightly said that you feel yum yum in the Saudi Kingdom with the scrumptious food rich in flavor and aroma.
Let’s have a look at the traditional delicacies that the Saudis are fond of eating.
Here is an exciting list of popular must-taste Saudi Arabian Delicacies for you:
Kabsa
It is among the most popular dishes in the Saudi Kingdom. It is the delectable product of basmati rice, meat, vegetables and an aromatic mixture of spices. It is really amazing to taste such Saudi cooking creativity with simple homely spices of black pepper, cloves, cardamom, saffron, cinnamon, black lime, bay leaves and nutmeg.
It is cooked with various sorts of meat. It is made with chicken, goat lamb, camel, beef, fish or shrimp. It is also garnished with tasty dry fruit like almonds, peanuts, pine nuts or salad vegetables like onions and tomatoes. These additional ingredients augment the flavor of already delicious rice product. You can also cook this rice dish at home with pre-mixed Kabsa spices at home.
Martabak or Muttabak
It is a Bread product of Saudi Arabia. This traditional Arabian dish is made with stuffed pan-fried bread. It is very common in the Hejaz region. It is a popular Street food item that is also found in other countries like Yemen, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei. It is also found in South Asian countries of India and Pakistan. However, this dish is found with varied names depending upon the regions and language of people. But the filling ingredients may slightly vary from country to country, but the basics are the same containing meat, eggs, garlic, onion, peppers, curry and ghee.
Furthermore, the dish Martabak is characterized by its very name. Martabak or Muttabak is an Arabic name that means folded. It mainly refers to the way in which the bread is folded and shaped into two sides with the fillings in it. The end product is commonly shaped into a rectangle in Saudi Arabia with an appealing golden-brown dough.
This dish is also available in sweet varieties in which the fillings are brimmed with oozing chocolates, peanuts and sugar. This sweet bread dish is known with the separate name of Martabaq Manis in the Saudi region.
Shawarma
With some similarity with Martabak or Muttabak, it is a Middle Eastern special meat product. Its origin is traced back to the Ottoman era. The name Shawarma is stemmed from the Arabic pronunciation of the Turkish word çevirme (means to turn; turning). It has become a popular product in South Asian Subcontinent countries of India and Pakistan as well.
This is an extremely mouth-watering product of lamb, turkey, chicken, beef or a mix of different meats. This lip-smacking product is obtained after a long time or whole day marinade of meat in its juice and spices.
Like Kabsa, the meat ingredients are enjoyed in the folding of the flatbread. The Mayonnaise mixed in the filling ingredients makes this Middle Eastern specialty more succulent.
Moreover, this Arabian street food has gained ground in the whole world. This portable fast food is now enjoyed in every nook and corner of the globe with varied shapes and ingredients.
Tharid
It is a staple food of Saudi ancient heritage. It is a spicy lamb stew topped over with barley bread. The word Tharid refers to a large earthenware bowl. As the word indicates, this dish is presented in the round bowls with the spicy meat over the bread.
In ancient times, it is said that this dish is one of the favorite foods of the beloved Muslim Messenger the Holy Prophet (SAW). So its history dates back to Pre-Islamic times.
Harees
It is a Ramadan staple food available in various Middle Eastern countries. It is the delicious combo of wheat with meat. This can be termed as the Saudi specialty because of its origin in Saudi Arabia.
It is tasty and a healthy product prepared with wheat which is mixed with water butter and meat. Moreover, in this dish, the excess water is drained to get a tasty dry homogenous mixture that looks like porridge. It is sprinkled with aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon and cumin mixed in Olive Oil.
These are just some of the traditional Saudi Arabian delicacies that you have to try when in Saudi Arabia. If you don’t you are definitely missing out. Check out more culture and travel tips here.
