You dream of Arabian nights with enjoyment of culinary meals? Let's dive into the world of colorful days and nights and explore the cuisine of Jordan.
The food of Jordan has its origins in the Middle East. Accordingly, Jordanian cuisine is now part of the world-famous Arabic cuisine. Falafel and hummus are an integral part of the cuisine. These are available in a very classical way, but also traditionally in different versions. You have certainly heard of these components of the culinary cuisine, but more about that later!
In Jordan you will also find typical national dishes that I don't want you to miss. Mansaf and Za'arb you will often find on the menus. These delicacies are even Bedouin specialties, so they really have their origin from history. Besides, it is common in Jordan to eat in a large and convivial gathering. But now we come to our recommendations for your adventure in Jordan.
Mezze/Hummus
Mezze, also known as hummus, is a specialty made from chickpeas. These are cooked, prepared with a sesame paste and Arabic spices, resulting in a spreadable cream. Traditionally, hummus is served with pita bread, falafel, olives and cheese. Hummus can be eaten in the morning, at lunch and dinner and comes in different versions, such as with egg, shakshuka, tomatoes and much more.
Falafel - the most popular street food
Falafel are also made from chickpeas. Here, chickpeas are cooked, then refined with herbs such as parsley or cilantro and spices and formed into balls or slices. Then they are deep-fried with oil. Depending on which spices are used and how many spices are used, the color of the falafel varies.
But now we come to the appetizers and snacks of the Arabian nights.
Warak Enab
Warak Enab are stuffed vine leaves. You may already know them from other countries. The vine leaves are filled with rice, parsley and tomatoes. A delicacy for the vegetarians among us. Partially and on request, the vine leaves are also available with meat.
Labneh
An absolute favorite from Jordan is definitely Labneh. This dish is a creamy yogurt, which is usually smeared on bread or used as a dip for vegetables. Labneh is also available in different varieties, should not be missing in your Arabian dream and is something for every palate!
You're probably eagerly awaiting Jordan's delicious main meals, because as we all know, it's better to travel with a full belly!
Mansaf - The national dish
As already announced, I will now tell you about a national dish from Jordan. It consists of rice, lamb and jameed. Jameed is a sauce made from goat's milk. The food tends to be perceived as salty and sour and is a departure from other palates. So really a completely different taste explosion from the culinary kitchen.
Manakish
Should you be an absolute pizza lover, Manakish is just right for you. Manakish is an Arabic pizza that consists of minced meat, olive oil and herbs. It is then topped with cheese, eggs or other meat.
Now if you want to snack on dessert, these desserts are an absolute eye-catcher.
Kanafeh
Kanafeh is not a classic dessert as you may know it. The main ingredient of this dish is cheese. Also added are thin strands of dough called kadayif, butter and cold syrup. This treat is a strong departure from other dishes due to the interaction of cheese and syrup.
Hareseh
To round off your Arabian nights, you can't miss Hareseh. Hareseh is an Arabic cake made of durum wheat, yogurt, milk, coconut, honey and sugar syrup. After the hearty feast of Jordan a full pleasure.
These delicious specialties will make your Jordan adventure in any case. You will experience the beauty of Jordan, visit nature and cultural highlights and get to know the breathtaking and delicious cuisine! Small tip: Not only Jordan has such an incredibly great cuisine. Get more inspiration on Instagram for other adventures that will leave you amazed.
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