Indulge in Sharjah's Lebanese Culinary Adventure

Manakish (Manaquish)

Manakish is a tasty Levantine dish that's an Arabic version of pizza. The savoury pastry is a flatbread that's topped with various ingredients and spices before it is baked. Traditionally, it is made with minced lamb, cheese, or za'atar (a spice mixture that blends oregano, toasted sesame seeds, and more). It's one dish that you can enjoy as mezze or for breakfast.

Kibbeh

Imagine meatballs or croquettes, if you enjoy them, there are chances you'll like kibbeh too. Kibbeh is a versatile dish that's made from minced meat, typically lamb or beef. Made with spiced ground meat, pine nuts, onions, and bulgur wheat, the dish is served as a part of mezze platters or as a side dish. Try it with the tahini-based sauce for extra flavours.

Tabbouleh (Tabouli or taboulah)

Tabbouleh is a popular Levantine salad that's popular for its fresh and vibrant flavours. For health-conscious people, the salad is a must-try. The dish is often served as a part of mezze platters. Guests can scour the popular restaurants in Sharjah and enjoy the dish.

Fattoush

Fattoush is yet another tasty Levantine salad made with fried pieces of khubz (Arabic bread) and includes a variety of vegetables and herbs. The salad is dressed simply, with vinaigrette made with sumac.

Hummus

No Lebanese dish is complete without hummus. It is one of the most popular dishes in Lebanese cuisine and is cooked with mashed chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice. The dish is usually served with pita bread and various exciting garnishes like olive oil, sumac and more.