Muhammar
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The Tale of Muhammar
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Muhammar, sweetened rice flavored with dates or sugar, reflects the historical importance of dates across the Gulf region, particularly Bahrain, long known for date palm cultivation. It's traditionally served alongside fish dishes, balancing savory seafood with a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale:· 5 servings
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1/4 cup sugar or date syrup
- 3 tbsp rose water
- 4 tbsp ghee
- Pinch of saffron, bloomed
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- 1Rinse the rice well and parboil in salted water until nearly tender, then drain.
- 2Melt ghee in a pot and stir in sugar or date syrup until dissolved.
- 3Add the parboiled rice, rose water, and saffron water, gently folding to coat evenly.
- 4Cover and steam on very low heat for 15-20 minutes until the rice is fully tender and glossy.
- 5Fluff gently before serving.
- 6Serve as a sweet side alongside grilled or spiced fish.
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