Dhofari Manshab

Let’s make Dhofari Manshab, a hidden gem from the southern region of Oman. Meaty fried fish on a bit of aromatic rice cooked in coconut milk. The flavor truly resembles the tropical nature of the region.

Ingredients:
  • 1 kg Fsih
  • 2 cups Canary Basmati rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tbsp ghee
  • 2 Onions
  • whole garlic
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • Salt to taste

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Instructions:
  • Wash and soak 2 cups of Canari Basmati Rice for 30 minutes.
  • Season some lovely kingfish steaks with salt, pepper, coriander and chili powder. You can use tuna steaks or any meaty fish you like
  • Shallow fry the fish for 5 minutes on both sides or till dark golden brown. You can also grill the fish if you want.
  • Chop 2 onions, dice a whole head of garlic and sauté them with a tablespoon of ghee, along with some aromatics.
  • Add the rice.
  • Give it a hefty pinch of salt.
  • Add a can or 2 cups of coconut milk
  • Add some water till the rice is almost submerged and once it boils drop the heat to a simmer cover and let it cook for 20 minutes.
  • Place the fish steaks on top of the rice.

Chef’s Tip: Serve it with your favorite chili sauce and enjoy.

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