Luxurious Emirati Harees with Slow-Cooked Chicken and Wheat
Emirati Harees, a comforting dish featuring tender chicken and creamy wheat, slowly cooked to perfection.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Combine Marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Coat Chicken
Add chicken pieces and coat evenly.
- 3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
Preparing the Wheat
- 1
Drain Wheat
Drain the soaked harees wheat.
- 2
Cook Wheat
In a large pot, combine the wheat with water and salt.
- 3
Simmer Wheat
Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally until soft.
Tip: Ensure the wheat is fully cooked before combining with chicken. Use a thick-bottomed pot to prevent sticking.
How to Make Luxurious Emirati Harees with Slow-Cooked Chicken and Wheat
Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings
- 1
Sauté Chicken
Sauté marinated chicken in a pot until browned on all sides.
- 2
Combine with Wheat
Add cooked wheat to the chicken and mix well.
- 3
Slow Cook
Cover and cook over low heat for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
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