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It is a popular dish in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, especially in Makkah al-Mukarramah and al-Madinah al-Munawwarah provinces. Its name reflects its random preparation which relies on practicality. Al-Hesah derives from the prevailing local terminology of the Arabic verb (has,) which involves mixing and combining without coordination. Al-Hesah's basic ingredients include seedless dates, ghee, and flour, and they are mixed by hand. Moreover, flour can also be replaced with bread crumbs, an...

Saudi Cuisine is a diverse culinary tradition that reflects aspects of the living history in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the cooking techniques that have been developed over time. It is a major part of Saudi cultural heritage . The diversity of provinces in Saudi Arabia and the variety of its cultures have resulted in a mix of different culinary contributions. Some Saudi dishes represent a fusion cuisine that reflects the Gulf or Arab culinary styles at times. The abundance of agricultural ...

Qishd is one of the popular desserts known in most provinces  of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is prepared using millet flour, wheat flour, or barley grain. Like most Saudi popular dishes, specifically, those originating from the provinces of Riyadh , Qassim , and Makkah al-Mukarramah , dates and millet flour are the main ingredients of Qishd, which is frequently served for breakfast or dinner. How to prepare Qishd Riyadh and Qassim share many dishes with a heavy consistency, including Hanin...

Saudi Kabsa , known in the remaining Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as Makbous, is one of the most prominent foods in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This dish universally expresses the cultural and nutritional identity of the Kingdom. It is a somewhat greasy main dish and, therefore can be served for both lunch and dinner. Several dishes are derived from Kabsa, and eventually had different names, such as Haneeth , Mandi , and Maqluba . Origins of the name Linguistically, Kabsa is deri...

Saudi Coffee is a fundamental element of hospitality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, deeply rooted in its culture and longstanding traditions as part of its lifestyle. It is one of the initial steps in the official hospitality protocol for receiving foreign delegations and heads of state in the Kingdom. Coffee cultivation in the Kingdom is recognized as a traditional profession with roots dating back approximately three hundred years. Saudi coffee is one of the most popular forms of coffee in t...

The Mathloutha is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The practices of preparing and cooking the Mathloutha originate from several Saudi regions, and it is particularly famous in the capital Riyadh and Qassim Province. The Mathloutha dish is considered one of the distinctive Najdi popular dishes. It consists of Jareesh, Qursan , and rice, along with meat or chicken. Mathloutha of the Subaie people Some narratives suggest th...

Khabees or Khabeesa is one of the popular dessert dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Its history dates back to the era of the First Saudi State, and the Eastern Province is distinguished by this dish, considered one of its popular dishes as part of the Ramadan Iftar tables. Khabees dish is known as a type of dessert, consisting of a mixture of pitted dates, sheep ghee, flour, and milk. Khabees ingredients Khabees is made from four cups of wh...

Mutabaq  is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is made from flexible dough that is rolled or 'folded' into a square shape and filled with meat, garlic, eggs, pepper, onion, and coriander. It can be prepared with various tasty fillings and ingredients. Mutabaq in public occasions Being a popular dish, Mutabaq can be easily found in national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular, such as the Historic Jeddah Festival and Klija Festival. Muta...

Harees  is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and some Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The practices of preparing and cooking Harees originate from several Saudi regions, particularly the Eastern province, and most provinces share the culture of preparing the Harees in general, with some variations in the spices. It is easy to find a popular dish like the Harees in national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular, such as Janadriyah National He...

Jareesh is one of the most important traditional dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, known as the 'Master of Dishes'. It is prepared in several regions of the Kingdom. It is a popular dish that can be easily found in national festivals in general and heritage festivals in particular. Jareesh is a national dish in the Kingdom Preparing and consuming the Jareesh dish, prevalent across various regions of the Kingdom, has its roots in ancient times. It is mentioned in the books of Arab...

Al-Qursan is one of the popular dishes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with its preparation practices spreading across several Saudi regions. It can be easily found in national and heritage festivals, such as the Janadriyah National Heritage and Cultural Festival and the Klija Festival. Al-Qursan is considered one of the popular Saudi dishes that are highlighted in events organized by the Kingdom abroad, particularly during Saudi Cultural Day events. These dishes reflect the cultural and social...

Coffee recipe in the Kingdom encompass a variety of traditional methods to prepare Saudi coffee. This coffee, renowned for its hospitality and served prominently in most provinces, is prepared using different techniques which are unique to the region. Despite the range of methods, a serving approach is shared by all regions due to its cultural significance. The taste of coffee beans changes according to the roasting level. Consequently, roasting is what gives coffee its unique flavor. Resident...