20 Exotic Dishes That You Need to Try in Dubai
20 Exotic Dishes That You Need to Try in Dubai
Arabic Ouzi
Arabic Ouzi
A Ramadan special, Oozie is a rich dish made with chicken, spices, aromatics, nuts, and rice
A Ramadan special, Oozie is a rich dish made with chicken, spices, aromatics, nuts, and rice
Samosa
Samosa
UAE’s take on samosa, the Samosa comes with a variety of fillings, and is the perfect snack.
UAE’s take on samosa, the Samosa comes with a variety of fillings, and is the perfect snack.
Fattoush Salad
Fattoush Salad
Taste and health minus the calories, Fattoush is a Middle Eastern salad becoming popular the world over.
Taste and health minus the calories, Fattoush is a Middle Eastern salad becoming popular the world over.
Shawarma
Though Shawarma is available everywhere in the world, you must have the ones in Dubai. They are simply better!
Though Shawarma is available everywhere in the world, you must have the ones in Dubai. They are simply better!
Shish Tawook
Shish Tawook
Another dish taking the world by storm is Shish Tawook. Get the best version dish only in Dubai.
Another dish taking the world by storm is Shish Tawook. Get the best version dish only in Dubai.
Madrouba
Madrouba
Overcooked rice with meat and spices beaten to porridge consistency - how can it not be tasty?
Overcooked rice with meat and spices beaten to porridge consistency - how can it not be tasty?
Manakish
Manakish
This is a Lebanese-style pizza made with lots of cheese and spices and is a much-loved dish in Dubai.
This is a Lebanese-style pizza made with lots of cheese and spices and is a much-loved dish in Dubai.
Lahem Bl Ajin
Lahem Bl Ajin
Another popular Middle Eastern pizza, this dish has grounded meats on bread topped with cheese, cream, and veggies.
Another popular Middle Eastern pizza, this dish has grounded meats on bread topped with cheese, cream, and veggies.
Eggplant Fatteh
Eggplant Fatteh
Three layers come together to make a formidable and tasty dish. Fatteh is the perfect evening snack.
Three layers come together to make a formidable and tasty dish. Fatteh is the perfect evening snack.
Taboon Bread
Taboon Bread
This Palestinian delicacy is as simple as it can get. Tasty bread topped with olive oil and thyme. That’s it!
This Palestinian delicacy is as simple as it can get. Tasty bread topped with olive oil and thyme. That’s it!
Chips Oman Roll
This creation is taking the streets of Dubai by storm. Omani chips rolled in bread and cheese - it's simple yet tasty!
This creation is taking the streets of Dubai by storm. Omani chips rolled in bread and cheese - it's simple yet tasty!
Shirin Polo
Shirin Polo
The crispy that everyone fights for comes from Shirin Polo. This veggie rice is loved by all.
The crispy that everyone fights for comes from Shirin Polo. This veggie rice is loved by all.
Baba Ganoush
Baba Ganoush
Who knew an eggplant could be turned into such a tasty dip? Baba Ganoush is a must-not-miss dish.
Who knew an eggplant could be turned into such a tasty dip? Baba Ganoush is a must-not-miss dish.
Kousa Mahshi
Kousa Mahshi
In this dish, zucchini or courgettes are stuffed with rice and spices and cooked till soft. This tasty dish just melts in the mouth.
In this dish, zucchini or courgettes are stuffed with rice and spices and cooked till soft. This tasty dish just melts in the mouth.
Yemeni Chicken Mandi
Yemeni Chicken Mandi
Mandi is the Emirati extravagance at its finest. In mandi, a huge platter of rice is served with the best meats. Simply amazing!
Mandi is the Emirati extravagance at its finest. In mandi, a huge platter of rice is served with the best meats. Simply amazing!
Harees Alsa
Harees Alsa
Al Harees is proof you don’t need many spices to make tasty food - Cinnamon, meat, wheat, salt, and water - that’s it!
Al Harees is proof you don’t need many spices to make tasty food - Cinnamon, meat, wheat, salt, and water - that’s it!
Kunafah
Kunafah
This dessert is one of the sweetest and tastiest desserts you will eat. Though it is world-famous, Dubai has the best version.
This dessert is one of the sweetest and tastiest desserts you will eat. Though it is world-famous, Dubai has the best version.
Luqaimat
Luqaimat
Similar to Gulab Jamun and Donut Holes, Luqaimat is a crowd favorite during Ramadan season.
Similar to Gulab Jamun and Donut Holes, Luqaimat is a crowd favorite during Ramadan season.
Mahalabia
Mahalabia is a cold pudding with a rich rosewater flavour. One bite will cool your tongue and stomach.
Mahalabia is a cold pudding with a rich rosewater flavour. One bite will cool your tongue and stomach.
Falafel
Falafel
Every Middle Eastern country has its version but Dubai’s Falafels are the crispiest and tastiest.
Every Middle Eastern country has its version but Dubai’s Falafels are the crispiest and tastiest.