Khuzi
Khuzi is the national dish of the UAE, made from roasted mutton that is set atop a bed of fragrant rice and vegetables and topped with roasted nuts and raisins.
Shawarma
Shawarma is not a specific dish but instead a method of meat preparation. It is shaved off in small chunks and typically stuffed into pockets of pita bread.
Machboos
Machboos is a rice dish seasoned with aromatic spices and served with grilled meats, often mutton, lamb, or chicken. This dish is very similar to Indian Biryani.
Balaleet
Balaleet is a savory and sweet dish made by mixing noodles with sugar, cardamom, rose water, and saffron. The dish is topped with a fried egg omelet.
Samboosa
A fried triangle pastry filled with spiced meat, vegetables, cheese, and nuts. The Arabic take on the Indian samosa, typically thinner.
Knafeh
A sweet, cheesy, cake-like dessert dish made from kataifi dough that is soaked in syrup. This can be completed with an assortment of toppings; nuts, raisins, or clotted cream.
Chebab
A great choice for breakfast, Chebab is a yeasted pancake flavored with cardamom and saffron and topped with butter, honey, date syrup, or jam.
Luqaimat
luqaimat are deep-fried dumplings that are dipped or drizzled in sweeteners; honey, sugar syrup, or date syrup. A treat often enjoyed at cafes alongside classic arab coffee.