Omani STREET FOOD in Muscat - Camel Curry & Camel HUMP in Oman 🐫 First Day in Oman!

camel meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is more widely available and less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: store-bought spice mix

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and are often fresher.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide flavor without the heat.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add diced camel meat and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes

Incorporate chopped tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes; mix well

Sprinkle in spices and season with salt and pepper; stir to combine

Pour in enough water to cover the meat and vegetables; bring to a boil

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the meat is tender

Prepare rice separately according to package instructions

Serve the camel stew over a bed of rice, garnished with fresh coriander

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