HAREES RECIPE

Harees is a traditional Middle Eastern dish made from wheat and meat. It is often prepared during special occasions and festivals. Here's a recipe for making Harees:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup cracked wheat (Harees wheat)

- 1 cup boneless chicken or lamb, cut into small pieces

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 3 cloves of garlic, minced

- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)

- 4 cups chicken or lamb broth

- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

- Salt, to taste

- Chopped fresh coriander leaves (cilantro), for garnish

- Fried onions, for garnish

- Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Rinse the cracked wheat in cold water and drain well.
2. In a large pot, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, and sauté until they become soft and translucent.
3. Add the chicken or lamb pieces to the pot and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides.
4. Add the cracked wheat to the pot and mix well with the meat and onions.
5. Pour in the chicken or lamb broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. As the mixture cooks, the wheat will soften and the meat will become tender. Use a wooden spoon or a potato masher to mash the mixture periodically, breaking down the wheat and meat into a porridge-like consistency.
7. Add the ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, and salt to taste. Stir well to combine the flavors.
8. Continue to cook the Harees for another 30 minutes to 1 hour, until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency. If it becomes too thick, you can add more broth or water to adjust the consistency.
9. Once the Harees is cooked to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat. Serve it hot, garnished with chopped fresh coriander leaves, fried onions, and a squeeze of lemon juice on top.
10. Harees is traditionally served with Arabic bread or pita bread.

Harees, also known as Jareesh, is a traditional Arabic dish made of crushed wheat and meat. Here's a simple recipe for making Harees:

Ingredients:

- 1 cup of whole wheat

- 1/2 pound of boneless chicken or lamb, cut into small pieces

- 1 onion, finely chopped

- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin

- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander

- 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper

- Salt to taste

- 4 cups of water

- 2 tablespoons of ghee or vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Rinse the wheat several times in cold water until the water runs clear, then soak the wheat in water for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Drain the soaked wheat and add it to the boiling water.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer the wheat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the wheat is soft and mushy.
4. In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee or vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
5. Add the chopped meat to the pan with the onion and cook for 5-6 minutes until the meat is browned.
6. Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, ground black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Add the cooked meat mixture to the pot with the wheat and stir well to combine. Use a stick blender or a regular blender to blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
8. If the Harees is too thick, add more water to achieve the desired consistency.
9. Serve the Harees hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

Enjoy your delicious Harees!