Qatari Harees is a lovely dish that is a true comfort food. It is often served during Ramadan in Qatar but is perfect anytime. Be sure to make some Qatari Khubz Arabi (Arabian Bread) to scoop it up with.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Qatari
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 2 hourshours
soaking time 8 hourshours
Total Time 2 hourshours15 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Calories 587kcal
Author Darlene at International Cuisine
Ingredients
Ingredients
1lbchicken piecesboneless, skinless
1cuphareeswhole wheat, soaked overnight
2cupswater
1/2cupghee
1/4tspcinnamon powder
1tsproasted cumin powder
1Tablespooncoriander seeds
salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
Place the chicken, harees and water in a pan and cook on a low fire for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Skim the froth.
Blend the mixture by hand or using a food processor until a smooth paste results, then transfer to a serving bowl.
Melt the ghee and add the cinnamon, cumin and salt and pepper to taste. Pour the mixture on top of the beaten porridge in the bowl.
Garnish with coriander seeds
Notes
Please note that this recipe can also be made using lamb and would be totally authentic as well. Just use 1 lb of boneless lamb chunks and cook until completely tender.Also be sure to plan ahead as the wheat needs to soak overnight before you cook it.