Mutabaq is one of the traditional dishes in Makkah al-Mukarramah Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Its preparation practices are well-known in the cities of the western region of Saudi Arabia in general. As a traditional dish, Mutabaq can be easily found at national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular, such as the Historic Jeddah Festival and the Klija Festival in Qassim.
Mutabaq represents a continuation of the diverse culinary traditions in Saudi Arabia, particularly in its western areas, due to the region's long-standing commercial and religious activity over centuries. The cities of Makkah al-Mukarramah and Jeddah, in particular, are known for dishes closely associated with the poetic chants traditionally used by vendors to promote their food.
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