What is Omani Halwa made of?
Halwa. Halwa, which means sweet in Arabic, is the most famous traditional Omani dessert and is considered the national dessert of the country. It is made with almonds and farina, caramelized sugar, rose water, saffron, butter and cardamon.
What is traditional Omani dish?
Shuwa. Often dubbed as the national dish of Oman, shuwa is usually prepared with bone-in cuts of lamb or goat meat, or occasionally beef or camel. The meat is coated in a spice blend that typically combines chili peppers, cardamom, cloves, cumin, or coriander.
How do you make Omani halwa at home?
In a saucepan combine the 2 cups of water and sugar together and bring to a boil until the sugar is totally dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool. Next heat up the sugar/water mixture over a low flame. Add in the nutmeg, cardamom and saffron into the pot. Keep stirring until the halwa starts to pull away from the side of the pan.
What kind of dessert is halwa in Oman?
A flavoured gelatinous dessert, Omani halwa is popular across the Gulf. MEE speaks to some of its master makers For centuries, the Sultanate’s legendary hospitality has been symbolised by the sweetness of its national dessert: Omani halwa.
How to make halwa with cashews and almonds?
Heat 2 tbsp of ghee in a non stick pan. Add the cashew nuts and slivered almonds and roast for a few seconds. Remove from pan and keep aside. Make sugar syrup by mixing sugar with 4 cups of water. Boil the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved. Keep the sugar syrup on the stove and heat it.
When is the best time to eat halwa in Oman?
As an old adage goes, whoever is invited into a house in Oman deserves a bite of this traditional sweet, which is also popular during Eid, the month of Ramadan, graduation, birth and marriage parties. Omani chef Ahmed al-Habsi can’t imagine a celebratory event without halwa: “It would feel like something is missing.”
