Omani Cuisine

Shuwa is a festive dish where marinated lamb is wrapped in banana leaves and slow-cooked in an underground sand oven for up to 48 hours. It’s tender, flavorful, and a true Omani delicacy. ¹⁾

A traditional rice dish similar to biryani, Majboos is made with saffron, mixed spices, and meat (usually chicken, beef, or lamb). It’s often garnished with fried onions and nuts. ²⁾

This is a dish of spit-roasted kingfish served with rice. The fish is usually marinated in a mix of spices and lime before being cooked to perfection. ³⁾

A dish made from wheat mixed with meat (usually chicken or lamb) and cooked until it reaches a porridge-like consistency. It’s often seasoned with cardamom and served during Ramadan. ⁴⁾

Skewers of marinated meat (typically beef, chicken, or lamb) that are grilled over charcoal. They are often served with a spicy tamarind sauce. ⁵⁾

A comforting dish made with rice, chicken, and a blend of spices, all cooked together until the rice is mushy and soft. It’s often garnished with fried onions. ⁶⁾

A traditional Omani soup made with wheat, lentils, and a variety of spices. It’s hearty and often served during special occasions. ⁷⁾

A rice dish similar to pilaf, made with spiced rice, meat, and sometimes vegetables. It’s a flavorful and aromatic dish often garnished with nuts and raisins. ⁸⁾

A sweet and sticky dessert made from sugar, rose water, saffron, and nuts. It has a jelly-like consistency and is often flavored with cardamom and other spices. ⁹⁾

A deep-fried pastry filled with spiced meat, vegetables, or lentils. It’s a popular snack, especially during Ramadan. ¹⁰⁾

A rice dish that is similar to Majboos but often includes dried lime (loomi) for a unique tangy flavor. It’s usually made with lamb or chicken. ¹¹⁾

A traditional sweet dish made from roasted semolina mixed with sugar, ghee, and cardamom. It’s often garnished with nuts and served as a dessert. ¹²⁾

A dish of cabbage leaves stuffed with spiced rice and meat, similar to dolma. It’s simmered in a tomato-based sauce until tender. ¹³⁾

A refreshing yogurt drink often flavored with mint and cucumber. It’s a cooling beverage that pairs well with spicy dishes. ¹⁴⁾

A creamy milk pudding flavored with rose water and cardamom. It’s often garnished with pistachios or almonds and served chilled. ¹⁵⁾