Joanna James
You will find numerous reasons to hop over different roads in Oman from its natural marvels, heritage buildings, and immersive indoor attractions. Don't worry if you don't find anything to watch out for while you are here as you will find delectable street food to try out.
A popular middle eastern speciality amongst both non-vegetarians and vegetarians. This dish could be easily found everywhere in Oman – It's delicious and crispy! You can find this in shoddy-looking coffee shops and the fanciest restaurants in the city. Falafels are known as a fantastic snack to enjoy your evening tea or coffee. Whether it is just served or wrapped in Arabic bread with mayonnaise and lettuce, make sure you add a little bit of tahini to add more to its authentic taste. Want to know what is the bonus? Falafels are vegan!
Whenever you visit a park or beach, you can find this dish being sold along the stretches of beaches. This popular barbeque dish includes fish or mutton on long skewers, beef, chicken, and marinated chicken. Mishkak is an ideal option when you are on the move. These well-marinated and freshly grilled chunks of meat are not only cheap but also extremely flavoursome. Lines of individual vendors fanning the flames of their grills are a common scene here. Mishkak is usually served along with bread, chutney, and sometimes tangy hot sauce. It can either be wrapped in khubus (Arabic bread) or can be eaten straight off the stick. Many Oman restaurants and dining venues at resorts such as Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara offer authentic Oman delicacies like Mishkak.
A top choice of Marvel's Avengers! Then it is good enough for anyone! A kid or an adult who has spent some time in the Middle East knows very well that there is no substitute for good shawarma. The basic shawarma is prepared by wrapping Arabic bread around pieces of beef, mutton, or chicken along with tahini (an Arabic mayonnaise) and French fries. Some use the typical khubus bread while others use a thinner wrap before serving. If you are just wondering where to hop in to try out this dish, ask a local. They will guide you to their favourite joint to share their love of this popular Arab delicacy.
Omani crepes gained extra popularity over the past few years. Depending on your choice of filling (sweet or savoury), you can prepare your senses to taste a mouthwatering street food item in Oman. The Omani bread named 'khubus rakhal' is crispy and paper-thin and it is filled with egg, honey or cheese, or a combination of all three. There will be certain café owners who sell crepes with a spread of Nutella. The best way to enjoy an Omani Bread Crepe would be with a Masala chai tea.
It isn't a 'food' but this popular drink is perfect to enjoy in the slight chill of the evening. Karak chai (strong tea) is popular among locals of this region. Be in early in the morning or passed midnight, you will spot how Karak shops are packed with people waiting in their vehicles. A perfect blend of black tea, milk, cardamon, and sugar!
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