This dish is usually cooked in clay ovens located underground, making the taste of the Shuwa very distinctive. Oman, like other Asian countries usually serves rice with their main meals but unlike its Asian neighbors, most of its dishes are not spicy.

Another Omani favorite is Mashuai –this is kingfish with lemon rice. Mashuai is a rather delectable meal that will surely whet the appetite of every traveler.  If you are fond of rice dishes, you should also try Maqbous –this is rice cooked with saffron that is served over spicy meat. Most people love using red meat when preparing Maqbous but many also use white meat.

For dessert, a gelatinous and sticky delight made out of sugar and dates and flavored with rosewater, cardamom and saffron should be your first option. This sweet is called the Halwa and it is one of the most popular traditional Omani dishes. Lokhemat or sweetened balls of flour that is deep fried and served with citrus syrup is also another dessert; every traveler should get a taste of.

After dessert, having a cup of Kahwa is advised. Kahwa is not only the Omani traditional coffee; the strong bitter brew is also a symbol for Omani hospitality. Kahwa usually goes with dessert but you can drink this after dessert as well if you opt to.

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