Amidst the modern waves of the 21st century, Oman has managed to preserve its culinary heritage, among other things. Tourists visiting Salalah have a lot to look forward to, especially in terms of food.
Muthbe
More of a cooking method than a dish, muthbe is popular among Omani natives. To make muthbe chicken, for example, Omani people pile up cleaned stones on top of embers to heat them, and subsequently, the meat is placed on top of these hot stones. This method of cooking makes the outer layer of any meat crispy while making the inside succulent.
Kak Bread
A type of bread that’s popular in the southern region, kak bread is crispy and sweet. It has the texture of a cracker and can be enjoyed with sweet tea. You might also find this at Oman restaurants in the southern region, especially those at 5-star hotels the likes of Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara.
Seafood
Seafood makes up a significant portion of the Omani food palette. Cuttlefish, kingfish, and grouper are caught directly from the Indian Ocean to be grilled, fried, cooked, and barbequed.
Khubz Lahooh
A crispy, slightly brown crepe bread, khubz lahooh is an Omani favourite. Much like the Indian chapati, khubz lahooh is made of flour and fried with oil. This can be eaten with any type of curry.
Shuwa
A dish of marinated goat or lamb, shuwa is soaked in spices and oil. Shuwa is usually cooked in an oven so that it’s tender and succulent. Shuwa can be enjoyed with bread, roti, and rice.
Omani Halwa
The national dessert of Oman, Omani halwa is a must-try for all tourists visiting the country. Made of sugar, butter, saffron, rose water, cardamom, almonds, and farina, Omani halwa can be a delightful addition to any meal at any time of the day.
