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JORDANIAN AND PALESTINIAN FOOD IN ABU DHABI (Bayt Al Mouskhan)| Kanjoos TV

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Mouskhan

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, Mouskhan is a traditional dish often served during special occasions and gatherings in Jordan. It highlights the use of sumac, a tangy spice that reflects the region's culinary heritage. Today, Mouskhan is celebrated for its comforting flavors and is enjoyed by many outside of Jordan, often adapted to local tastes.

JordanianJOmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 lb chicken
2 large onions
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons sumac
4 pieces flatbread
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup parsley
1 cup water
2 bay leaves

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

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while canola is budget-friendly.

pine nuts

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide similar texture, sunflower seeds are less expensive.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain pita is healthier, tortillas are often cheaper.

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Unbox the food received from the restaurant.

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Describe the mushakhan, noting it has onion, chicken, and spices wrapped in bread.

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Mention the sour taste due to the onion and lemon.

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Note that the chicken is tender and juicy, with olive oil dripping from it.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingroasting

Equipment Needed

large skilletroasting panoven

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

MujadaraMousakhan

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