day 20

        wussp everybody and welcome to a world where every bite is a 

celebration, and each dish tells a story.

New day New food New country (Yemen)

1. Fahsa

Fahsa is one of the most popular dishes in Yemen, particularly in Sana’a city and the northern regions. It is a main course served with Yemeni bread and special hot sauce (Sahawiq). 

It is a stew of veal or lamb cooked on a high heat in a stone pot to keep the heat lasting for longer. It is served literally boiling. Broth and fenugreek dip are added to the stew. The tenderness of the meat and the delicious spice mixture, along with the dip and broth, make every bite tempting and irresistible. 

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2. Sahawiq 

Sahawiq is a spicy Middle Eastern sauce. It originates from Yemeni cuisine and is a staple in all meals. It is prepared from fresh hot peppers seasoned with garlic, coriander and various spices.

There is red Sahawiq, prepared from red peppers, and green Sahawiq, prepared from green peppers. Brown Sahawiq is made mainly from tomatoes, with a reasonable amount of hot green pepper added. Some Yemenis eat Sahawiq with bread as a complete meal, and it can be mixed with yogurt and tuna flakes.

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3. Saltah

Saltah is by far the foremost national food of Yemen. It relies mainly on the broth, which can be made from meat like chicken or lamb, and the dish can be served with fenugreek ground with coriander, leek, Sahawiq sauce, or other additions such as potatoes, rice, eggs, and other vegetables.

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This dish is served hot with bread alongside other dishes for lunch. There are restaurants specializing in serving this meal, and they are considered to be the most visited restaurants in Yemen. It is also a popular dish in the northern regions of the country, especially in Sana’a. 

4. Sayadiah

Whenever Aden City is mentioned, Sayadiah immediately pops into one’s mind. The word Sayadiah is derived from the Arabic word “Sayd” which means seafood. This dish is popular in Aden City and coastal regions, and it is a dish consisting of rice and fish.

What distinguishes Sayadiah from other fish-and-rice meals is the unique flavor of a special fusion of spices.  People tend to have Sayadiah at the weekend, during family gatherings, or on holidays. However, it is not customary to have it on these days only. In fact, you will not get bored of it even if you have it every day.

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5. Bint Asahn

Looking for an extraordinary dessert? Bint Asahn is your best option. It is one of the most common sweet dishes across Yemen. It is a multi-layered and flaky pastry covered with honey and ghee and a sprinkle of sesame and black cumin. Once taken out of the oven, honey and ghee are added and the dessert is best served hot.

The texture of the pastry combined with the topping creates a delightful taste that will definitely cheer you up. Sometimes Bint Asahn is served as a main course, and some families start their day with Bint Asahn and a cup of tea. 

Thank you for joining me on this delicious journey. Until our next culinary

adventure.