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Yemeni Shafoot with Lahooh

Cultural Context

Yemeni Shafoot is a beloved dish that showcases the country's unique culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during gatherings, it's a comforting meal that combines the soft, spongy lahooh bread with a savory meat and yogurt filling. The dish reflects Yemen's rich flavors and communal dining culture, making it a staple in many households. Today, Shafoot has gained popularity beyond Yemen, with variations appearing in Middle Eastern restaurants worldwide.

YemeniYEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 pieces lahooh bread
1 cup yogurt
1 lb cooked meat
1 medium onions
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons spices
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup water

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

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein while maintaining creaminess.

cooked meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while being versatile.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley is a common substitute for fresh herbs.

1

Prepare lahooh by mixing flour, water, and yeast, then let it rise.

2

Cook lahooh on a hot griddle until bubbles form, then flip until lightly browned.

3

In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent.

4

Add garlic and spices, cooking until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

5

Incorporate cooked meat and stir to combine, cooking for another 5 minutes.

6

Add water to the meat mixture and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.

7

Layer lahooh in a serving dish and spread yogurt on top.

8

Spoon the meat mixture over the yogurt layer.

9

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a drizzle of lemon juice.

10

Serve warm, allowing diners to tear lahooh and scoop the filling.

Cooking Techniques

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Also Known As

ShafootLahooh

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