Jabal al-Arab Cuisine

Culinary Identity

Cuisine in Jabal al-Arab is based on local agriculture, dairy production, and traditional preservation methods.

Signature Dishes

Mansaf (Local Style)

Lamb cooked with yogurt sauce and served with rice or bulgur for special occasions.

Kibbeh

Prepared in several forms:

• Fried kibbeh balls

• Kibbeh bil-saniyeh (baked)

• Kibbeh sajiyyeh with meat and onions

Stuffed Vegetables (Mahashi)

Includes grape leaves, zucchini, and eggplant.

Dairy and Preserves

• Labneh and yogurt

• Makdous (stuffed eggplant)

• Olive oil and seasonal jams

Meals emphasize sharing, generosity, and hospitality.