Jordanian Mansaf – How to Prepare Jordanian Mansaf with Jameed

Jordanian Mansaf – How to Prepare Jordanian Mansaf with Jameed

Jordanian Mansaf with Jameed is one of the most famous dishes in Jordanian cuisine. It is a staple at all occasions and is often served during Ramadan iftar meals. This dish is moderately challenging to prepare, requiring about 1 hour and 50 minutes to cook. Today, we’ll present you with the ingredients needed for six servings along with the preparation steps. We hope you enjoy this delicious and highly nutritious dish!

Ingredients for Jordanian Mansaf with Jameed

 

• 300 grams of jameed (dried fermented yogurt).
• 4 kilograms of lamb.
• 1 small onion.
• 1 kilogram of yogurt (used to lighten the heaviness of the jameed).
• A selection of fried nuts such as almonds, pine nuts, or cashews (as desired).
• Freshly chopped parsley (optional, for garnish).
• 5 loaves of shrak bread.
• Clarified butter (smen baladi), as preferred.
• 1 kilogram of cooked rice.

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Steps to Prepare Jordanian Mansaf with Jameed

1. Prepare the Jameed:
   Cut or crush the jameed into pieces and soak it in a suitable bowl for about three hours.

2. Blend the Jameed:
   Place the soaked jameed in a blender and blend for 3 minutes. (If you want to lighten the jameed, add the yogurt and a cube of meat broth, then blend all the ingredients until well combined.)

3. Cook the Lamb:
   Put the lamb in a pot on medium heat, add the small onion, and cover the ingredients with water. Bring to a boil, skim off any foam, and allow it to boil for an additional two minutes.

4. Rinse and Cook Again:
   Drain the water, rinse the lamb thoroughly, and transfer it to a clean pot. Add the blended jameed with the yogurt and a small amount of drinking water.

5. Cook Until Tender:
   Let the mixture simmer on the stove until the lamb is fully cooked and tender.

6. Assemble the Dish:
   Cut the shrak bread into pieces and arrange it on a serving platter. Add a tablespoon of clarified butter on top, pour the prepared jameed mixture over it, then layer the rice on top. Arrange the cooked lamb pieces over the rice.

7. Garnish and Serve:
   Garnish the dish with your preferred type of fried nuts and finely chopped parsley. The Jordanian Mansaf with Jameed is now ready to serve. Share it with your family or guests and enjoy this flavorful and traditional meal.

Bon Appétit!