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Nutritional Values
610kcal
40gProtein
55gCarbs
26gFat
5gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Thareed
How to order / say it
Say it
ثريد — [thuh-REED]
Order
I'd like the thareed, please.
Locally
أريد الثريد، من فضلك.
Say locally
A traditional bread and meat stew soaked in rich broth.
Why try it?
Thareed is iconic for breaking fasts during Ramadan, providing comfort with its filling nature. It signifies the bountiful blends of spices and proteins in Qatari cuisine.
How it tastes
Rich and hearty, the bread soaks up the flavorful broth while the meat delivers a savory depth that is a comforting combination.
Origin & History — first documented: 1600
With origins tracing back to the 7th century, Thareed was traditionally a way to make use of leftover stale bread, transforming it with delicious broth for sustenance during fasting.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 500 g beef
- 🌾 3 pieces Arabic bread
- 🥕 100 g tomato paste
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🧂 1 tsp cumin
- 🧂 1 tsp coriander
- 🫒 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Method
- 1 Sauté onions and beef until browned.
- 2 Add tomato paste and spices, cooking until fragrant.
- 3 Pour in water and simmer until meat is tender.
- 4 Place bread pieces in bowls, pour stew over, and serve.
