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Authentic Jordanian Mansaf Recipe | اصلی اردنی منسف کی ترکیب | احمد تڑکا | Ahmad Tadka

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Jordanian Mansaf

Cultural Context

Mansaf is a traditional Jordanian dish that symbolizes hospitality and generosity, often served during special occasions and celebrations. It features tender lamb cooked in a rich yogurt sauce, served over rice and flatbread. This dish is deeply rooted in Bedouin culture and is a source of national pride, representing Jordanian identity. Today, Mansaf has gained popularity beyond Jordan, with variations found in neighboring countries, each adding their unique twist.

JordanianJOmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 lb lamb
1 cup jameed yogurt
2 cups jasmine rice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

jordanian yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides a similar tang with lower fat.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer healthy fats at a lower price.

jasmine rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa is nutritious and gluten-free.

1

Prepare the lamb by cutting it into large pieces.

2

Boil the lamb in a pot of salted water until tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.

3

Remove the lamb and reserve the broth for later use.

4

In a separate pot, cook the rice in the reserved broth until fluffy, about 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfryinglayering

Equipment Needed

large potfrying panserving platter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

Mansafمَنْسَف
Local Name: مَنْسَف

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