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Nutritional Values
460kcal
16gProtein
78gCarbs
12gFat
8gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Madrouba
How to order / say it
Say it
مدروبة — [muh-droo-bah]
Order
I'd like the Madrouba, please.
Locally
أريد المدروبة، من فضلك.
Say locally
Spicy porridge made with rice and lentils.
Why try it?
Madrouba offers insight into the resourcefulness of Qatari home cooking, merging modest ingredients into a dish bursting with warmth and comfort.
How it tastes
Comforting and wholesome, Madrouba features a creamy, porridge-like consistency, enhanced by fragrant spices and the subtle blend of rice and lentils.
Origin & History — first documented: 1910
Known since the early 20th century, Madrouba has its roots in Qatari village cuisine, valued for its ability to sustain people through both its nutritional content and comforting warmth.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g rice
- 🫘 150 g lentils
- 🥛 200 ml milk
- 🧂 10 g spices
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🫒 30 g ghee
Method
- 1 Cook rice and lentils until soft.
- 2 Blend with milk, spices, and garlic.
- 3 Cook on low heat, stirring to avoid sticking.
- 4 Finish with ghee for added richness.
