Yemeni and Arab dishes
Saltah: the Yemeni stew with fenugreek froth
Saltah is Yemen's national stew, a bubbling meat and vegetable pot topped with whipped fenugreek froth. See what is in it, how it is eaten and how it tastes.
Yemeni and Arab dishes
Plain-English explainers for Yemeni, Arab and Mediterranean dishes, from malawach and saltah to mezze, kebabs and sweets.
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Yemeni and Arab dishes
Malawach: the flaky Yemenite flatbread explained
Malawach is a layered, pan-fried Yemenite flatbread served with egg, grated tomato and chili sauce. Learn how it is made, eaten and how it differs from paratha.
Yemeni and Arab dishes
Yemeni food recipe: home versions of the classics
A Yemeni food recipe guide for home cooks: spiced chicken rice, a simple fenugreek-style stew and quick flatbread, with a clear order to learn them in.
Yemeni and Arab dishes
Yemeni food: the dishes and flavors explained
Yemeni food is built on spiced rice, slow-cooked lamb and chicken, fenugreek stews and fresh flatbread. See the core dishes, the spices and how a meal is laid out.