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Balaleet
Balaleet
Balaleet is a traditional sweet and savory dish from the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other parts of the Middle East. It consists of vermicelli noodles cooked with a sweet saffron-infused onion mixture and topped with a fried egg. It's a delicious and unique dish that combines sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
- 250 g vermicelli noodles
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- Pinch saffron threads
- Salt to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook the vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, heat some vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they are soft and golden brown.
- Add the saffron threads, sugar, ground cardamom, and a pinch of salt to the onions. Stir well and cook for a few more minutes until the mixture is fragrant.
- Add the cooked vermicelli noodles to the onion mixture and toss everything together until well combined. Cook for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- In a separate pan, fry the eggs to your desired level of doneness.
- Serve the Balaleet hot, topped with a fried egg on each serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 398kcal (20%)Carbohydrates: 80g (27%)Protein: 8g (16%)Fat: 5g (8%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 164mg (55%)Sodium: 178mg (8%)Potassium: 122mg (3%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 26g (29%)Vitamin A: 238IU (5%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 43mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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