Weather of Arabia - The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan extends from the Syrian border to the edge of the Red Sea, through which different cultures pass through which made it more like a cultural and historical crossroads over time.
From ancient historical sites that tell the stories of Roman emperors and Nabatean kings, to Crusader castles towering high in the mountains, there is no doubt that different civilizations played their role in shaping Jordan in the past. The problems of the Middle East today come and play their role as well in extending the rest of its cultures into the country, even Walking in the stony streets of Amman, without hearing a Syrian, Iraqi, Egyptian or Palestinian accent, became almost impossible.
However, despite all these new interactions on the country, the country's indigenous clans still adhere to their Bedouin culture, and are very proud of their desert traditions and heritage.
Jordanian tables have witnessed these interactions as well, so that the flavors of Bedouin culture merge with Levantine cuisine, and new flavors explode, honestly expressing the diversity that Jordan is experiencing today.
Between cups of brewed tea in the desert of Petra, to the most delicious falafel discs in downtown Amman, learn about the most delicious dishes of the diverse Jordanian cuisine as follows, and be sure to try them on your next trip to Jordan:
The famous Mansaf dish is a tradition that combines food and authentic Jordanian hospitality. The traditional Mansaf dish is served with Arabic rice, lamb and a milky liquid, which is known locally as Jameed. Mansaf is a pride for the Jordanian people, as it usually symbolizes joyous occasions, and is also presented in condolences to be a symbol of solidarity and solidarity in difficult times. Mansaf is usually served in one communal dish and is eaten by forming balls of meat and rice in the right hand, and tossed in the mouth to combine the flavor of the delicious ingredients together.
For centuries, Bedouins cooked food underground and the custom continues today, with some modern improvements. A large pit is dug in the sand and lined with a metal casing. The wood is then lit at the base of the pit. When it turns into hot coals, the pit is filled with chopped lamb or chicken and vegetables. Covered and left to simmer for several hours, the result is a delicious slow-cooked smoky meal.
Falafel is a common Levantine street food made from chickpeas and spices, and is often eaten for breakfast, or with bread and vegetables. Hashem Restaurant in Amman is famous for its falafel, which is said to be the tastiest in the country.
This delicious dish consists of rice seasoned with a special kind of spices, and it is arranged in the pot with the rest of the ingredients, which are chicken or meat and some types of fried vegetables such as eggplant, potatoes or cauliflower, and after cooking, the contents of the pot are turned on a plate and then you get a masterpiece Multi-layered, maqluba is a well-known dish today in most parts of the Middle East, but the original recipe came from Palestine.
Konafa dessert is often eaten on special occasions and celebrations. Habiba store is famous for selling the tastiest kunafa in Amman.
In every restaurant in Jordan the food usually concludes with two types of hot drinks - coffee and mint tea. Coffee in Jordan is more than just a drink, it plays an important role in the country's culture of hospitality. There is Turkish coffee that is thick and flavored with cardamom, often sweetened with sugar. There is light Arabic coffee, often flavored with cardamom, saffron, cloves and cinnamon, and served in small amounts. Mint tea is usually served after a meal, and it's usually just black tea with a few fresh mint leaves. If you prefer a cold juice, order the lemon-mint juice - a delicious cold drink with the option of adding sugar for sweetness.
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