Thareed

Name: Thareed
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Bahraini
Ingredients: 500g lamb shoulder, cubed; 4 sheets regag bread or thin flatbread; 3 potatoes, cubed; 2 zucchini, sliced; 2 carrots, sliced; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 1 large onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp baharat; 1 tsp turmeric; 2 dried limes, pierced; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt and pepper; Fresh cilantro

ثريد (thah-REED)

Bread and Lamb Stew

⏱ Prep Time 1 hour 30 min

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 482 kcal

A hearty lamb and vegetable stew ladled over layers of thin regag bread, which softens and absorbs the rich, spiced broth. This beloved Bahraini dish is considered a favorite of the Prophet Muhammad.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 30.0g

Carbs 50.0g

Fat 18.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ gluten ⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

large pot deep serving dish ladle

Presentation Guide

Vessel: deep communal dish

Garnishes: cilantro, lemon wedges

Accompaniments: pickles, fresh salad

Ingredients

500g lamb shoulder, cubed
4 sheets regag bread or thin flatbread
3 potatoes, cubed
2 zucchini, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 large onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp baharat
1 tsp turmeric
2 dried limes, pierced
3 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1
Heat oil in a large pot and brown lamb cubes on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2
Saute onion until golden, add garlic, baharat, and turmeric, cooking for one minute until fragrant.
3
Return lamb to pot with tomato paste, chopped tomatoes, and dried limes. Add water to cover and simmer 45 minutes.
4
Add potatoes, carrots, and zucchini. Continue simmering for 20 minutes until vegetables and lamb are tender.
5
Tear regag bread into pieces and layer on the bottom of a deep serving dish.
6
Ladle the stew over the bread, allowing it to soak through. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

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Did You Know?

A hadith states that the Prophet Muhammad said thareed is superior among foods as Aisha is among women, making it revered across the Muslim world.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large pot
deep serving dish
ladle

Garnishing

cilantro, lemon wedges

Accompaniments

pickles, fresh salad

The Story Behind Thareed

Thareed is one of the most historically significant dishes in Arab cuisine, directly mentioned in prophetic traditions. In Bahrain, thareed holds special importance during Ramadan when it appears at nearly every iftar table. The dish reflects the frugal wisdom of Arabian cooking, using bread as both vessel and thickener to create a satisfying meal from simple ingredients. Bahraini families have their own variations, with some using chicken and others adding unique vegetable combinations.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed ramadan iftar, friday lunch 📜 Origins: Prophet Muhammad era

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