A hardcore vegetarian soon to undertake a trip to Dubai might beworried about the limited options he/she can expect in terms of food. Well, the good news is, you might be pleasantly surprised by the decent number of vegetarian restaurants in Dubai! Most of the best veg restaurants in Dubai were started by Indian owners, which is why you will majorly get Indian fare in such eateries. Though the number of such restaurants is not very high, but there are around 50-60 such options. The Bur Dubai area in particular is a nice hub for vegetarian food, thanks to the large percentage of population from the subcontinent who keep visiting the city.
Dubai also has a plethora of cafes serving vegetarian food; for example, the Lime Tree Café, THE One and Celebrities, etc. where you can relish fine dining experience with a completely vegetarian menu. Magnolia, a restaurant in Madinat Jumeirah, is also known for its high-class organic vegetarian food. Try out Almaya restaurant Dubai for some unique vegetarian fare. The following are some of the most popular vegetarian options in Dubai cuisine:
Tabbouleh - This is a lip-smacking delicacy which ranks high on the health quotient as well, being a salad that comprises of several elements such as green onions, tomatoes and cucumber along with having lemon juice and fresh mint seasoning. Fitness freaks will find this to be their ideal pick.
KousaMahshi - this main course dish is one of the classics! It has courgettes or zuchhini stuffed with rice, to titillate your taste buds. Try it with Lebanese wine and you will find the combination to be lip-smacking, to say the least.
Shirin Polo - this comprises basmati rice with carrots, currants, raisins, chicken, and nuts. Basically, there will be an explosion of tastes on your tongue! Thanks to its thick, crispy crust and the delectable sweet garnishes, this is a must-try vegetarian dish of Dubai.
Baba Ganoush - this epic starter is made of smoked eggplant mixed with onions, tomatoes, and olive oil. This appetizer is not available very easily, but locals can help you trace a place that offers this dish on their menu.
Fatteh - comprising three layers, this is perfect for an early evening meal. It has bread soaked in stock as the foundation, while in the middle layer, you get chickpeas, stuffed aubergines, and finally some yoghurt and tahini-sauce topping. This also goes well with paprika and pine nuts.
Like it? Share it!
About the Author
rajaram patil Joined: February 13th, 2018 Articles Posted: 144
