Name: Authentic Bahraini Jireesh Recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Bahrain
Ingredients: 1 cup cracked wheat (jireesh); 1 lb (450g) lamb or chicken, cut into small pieces; 2 tablespoons ghee or vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 4 cups water (plus more for rinsing); 2 cups whole milk; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Bahraini Jireesh Bahrain

A hearty porridge made from crushed wheat, meat, and spices, often cooked with milk.

Bahrain porridge

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