1Machboos
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Spiced rice with chicken, lamb or fish and dried lime.
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What to eat in United Arab Emirates
The 10 best dishes in United Arab Emirates
Gulf home cooking and the most diverse food city in the region.
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2Harees
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Wheat and meat cooked for hours into a smooth porridge.
3Luqaimat
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Crisp fried dumplings with date syrup.
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5Thereed
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Bread soaked in meat and vegetable stew.
6Balaleet
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Sweet saffron vermicelli topped with an omelet, for breakfast.
7A photo like itMadrooba
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Salted fish cooked into a thick porridge.
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9A photo like itKhameer
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Soft, slightly sweet Emirati bread made with dates and fennel, eaten warm with cheese or date syrup.
10Camel milk
Eaten all over United Arab Emirates
Camel milk, chocolate and ice cream.
Where to eat in United Arab Emirates
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Eat your way through United Arab Emirates
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