The heritage of Jordanian cuisine...various flavors that reflect ancient history

Weather of Arabia - The Jordanian people are distinguished by their generosity and high hospitality. They are characterized by love and welcome towards guests on all occasions, whether they are mourning, joy, or even ordinary celebrations.

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Jordanians are proud of their rich and diverse cuisine, which reflects their ancient history and diverse culture

Among the famous Jordanian dishes, mansaf is at the forefront, as this dish is considered a symbol of the Jordanian food heritage, and it was included in the UNESCO World Intangible Heritage List in 2022. Mansaf is considered an integral part of social occasions in Jordan, and consists of rice, lamb, jameed yogurt, shrak bread, and nuts.

In northern Jordan, makmoura stands out as one of the most famous popular dishes, as it relies entirely on local olive oil. The makmoura consists of layers of dough, onions, and chicken pieces. The mixture is baked in the oven until completely cooked and has a crispy outer layer.

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As for the Jordanian community, one can enjoy the rashof dish, which consists of chickpeas, lentils, jareesh, and loofah, and is served with slices of local bread, rashof soup, and fried onion slices.

In the south, you can taste the delicious Majalla dish, which consists of local bread, marinated yoghurt, ghee and nuts.

Do not miss the opportunity to try these wonderful popular dishes in one of the popular kitchens such as the Iraq Al-Amir Women’s Association, the Souf Association, and the Jordan Heritage Kitchen before you leave Jordan.

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