Luxurious Emirati Harees with Slow-Cooked Chicken and Wheat
A Flavorful Emirati Delicacy
Emirati Harees, a comforting dish featuring tender chicken and creamy wheat, slowly cooked to perfection.
- 3 h 30 min
- 6
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Chicken
For the Wheat
For the Garnish
For Serving
Preparation
Marinating the Chicken
Combine Marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
Coat Chicken
Add chicken pieces and coat evenly.
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
Preparing the Wheat
Drain Wheat
Drain the soaked harees wheat.
Cook Wheat
In a large pot, combine the wheat with water and salt.
Simmer Wheat
Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally until soft.
Ensure the wheat is fully cooked before combining with chicken. Use a thick-bottomed pot to prevent sticking.
Cooking Process
Sauté Chicken
Sauté marinated chicken in a pot until browned on all sides.
Combine with Wheat
Add cooked wheat to the chicken and mix well.
Slow Cook
Cover and cook over low heat for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Plating & Serving
Luxurious Emirati Harees with Slow-Cooked Chicken and Wheat
Luxurious Emirati Harees with Slow-Cooked Chicken and Wheat
Spoon & Garnish
Spoon the harees into bowls and garnish with fried onions and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Add Fresh Accents
Serve hot with fresh coriander and lemon wedges.