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

 Samosa 

 Samosa 

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.

Shawarma

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.

Madrouba

Madrouba

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.

Lahem Bl Ajin

Lahem Bl Ajin

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.

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!

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!

Shirin Polo

Shirin Polo

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

Luqaimat

Luqaimat

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.

Falafel

Falafel

Every Middle Eastern country has its version but Dubai’s Falafels are the crispiest and tastiest.