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Harees

Cultural Context

Harees is a traditional dish in the Arabian Peninsula, particularly popular during Ramadan and festive occasions. It combines wheat and meat, symbolizing unity and sharing among families and communities. The slow-cooking method allows flavors to meld beautifully, creating a comforting and hearty meal. Today, Harees is enjoyed in various forms across the Middle East, often featuring different meats and spices, reflecting local tastes and traditions.

ArabianAEmain
180 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
4 cups water
2 cups wheat
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons ghee

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 often less expensive.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Spinach adds nutrients, while dried herbs are often cheaper.

fried onions

🥗Healthier: baked onions

💰Cheaper: caramelized onions

Baked onions reduce fat, while caramelized onions are less costly.

1

Boil meat for 10 to 15 minutes and discard the water.

2

Soak hari's wheat for at least 2 hours.

3

Boil water in a large dish.

4

Clean the meat after boiling and remove the water.

5

Add the cleaned meat back into boiling water.

6

Add soaked hari's wheat to the boiling meat.

7

Cover and let it boil for 1.5 hours, then reduce heat and let it cook for another 3-4 hours without stirring.

8

After cooking, remove excess juice from the mixture.

9

Beat the mixture until soft using a paris beater.

10

Add salt and adjust the thickness by adding the juice back in.

11

Plate the dish and add a little ghee on top.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingshredding

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

HarissaHareesa

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