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Jameed

Jameed (Arabic: ____) is a traditional Jordanian food product made from hard dry yogurt or curd. It is a key ingredient in the famous Jordanian dish Mansaf, which is considered the national dish of Jordan.

Preparation

Jameed is made by fermenting goat or sheep milk, which is then strained to remove the whey. The resulting thick yogurt is salted and shaped into round balls. These balls are then left to dry in the sun, resulting in a hard, dry product that can be stored for long periods without refrigeration.

Culinary Uses

Jameed is most famously used in the preparation of Mansaf, where it is reconstituted with water to form a sauce that is poured over rice and lamb. The unique flavor of Jameed gives Mansaf its distinctive taste. It can also be used in other dishes or as a flavoring agent in soups and stews.

Cultural Significance

In Jordanian culture, Jameed is more than just a food item; it is a symbol of hospitality and tradition. The preparation and serving of Mansaf, with Jameed as a key component, is often associated with celebrations and gatherings.

Storage and Preservation

Due to its dry and hard nature, Jameed can be stored for extended periods. It is typically kept in a cool, dry place and can be grated or broken into pieces when needed for cooking.

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-'''Jameed''' is a traditional food ingredient used in the Middle Eastern cuisine, particularly in the Jordanian and Palestinian cuisines. It is a type of hard dry laban made from ewe or goat's milk. Milk is kept in a fine woven cheesecloth to make a thick yogurt. Salt is added daily to thicken the yogurt even more and the outside of the yogurt filled cheesecloth is rinsed with water to allow any remaining whey to seep through. After a few days of this process, the yogurt becomes very hard and completely dry. It is then often ground into a powder and mixed with water to create a liquid yogurt that can be used in cooking.
+{{short description|Traditional Jordanian food}}
+{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-== History ==
+==Jameed==
+[[File:Jameed.JPG|thumb|right|Jameed balls drying in the sun]]
+'''Jameed''' (Arabic: ____) is a traditional Jordanian food product made from hard dry [[yogurt]] or [[curd]]. It is a key ingredient in the famous Jordanian dish [[Mansaf]], which is considered the national dish of [[Jordan]].
-The history of [[Jameed]] dates back to ancient times when the process of drying dairy products was a common practice in the Middle Eastern region. The process was used as a preservation method, allowing the dairy product to be stored and used over a long period of time. The use of Jameed in traditional dishes such as [[Mansaf]], a national dish in Jordan, has kept the tradition alive.
+==Preparation==
+Jameed is made by fermenting [[goat]] or [[sheep]] milk, which is then strained to remove the [[whey]]. The resulting thick yogurt is salted and shaped into round balls. These balls are then left to dry in the sun, resulting in a hard, dry product that can be stored for long periods without refrigeration.
-== Production ==
+==Culinary Uses==
+Jameed is most famously used in the preparation of [[Mansaf]], where it is reconstituted with water to form a sauce that is poured over rice and lamb. The unique flavor of Jameed gives Mansaf its distinctive taste. It can also be used in other dishes or as a flavoring agent in soups and stews.
-The production of Jameed involves a series of steps that include milking, fermenting, churning, and drying. The process begins with the milking of ewes or goats. The milk is then fermented into yogurt, which is churned to separate the butterfat. The remaining product is then strained and salted before being shaped into balls and left to dry in the sun.
+==Cultural Significance==
+In Jordanian culture, Jameed is more than just a food item; it is a symbol of hospitality and tradition. The preparation and serving of Mansaf, with Jameed as a key component, is often associated with celebrations and gatherings.
-== Culinary Uses ==
+==Storage and Preservation==
+Due to its dry and hard nature, Jameed can be stored for extended periods. It is typically kept in a cool, dry place and can be grated or broken into pieces when needed for cooking.
-Jameed is most commonly used in the preparation of [[Mansaf]], a traditional dish of the Jordanian cuisine. The dish is a combination of Jameed, lamb, and rice. The Jameed is rehydrated and used to make a yogurt sauce that the lamb is cooked in. The dish is typically served over a bed of rice.
-== Health Benefits ==
-Jameed is a rich source of protein, calcium, and probiotics due to the fermentation process. It is also low in fat, making it a healthy addition to the diet.
-== See Also ==
+==Related pages==
 * [[Mansaf]]
-* [[Middle Eastern Cuisine]]
+* [[Yogurt]]
-* [[Fermented Foods]]
+* [[Jordanian cuisine]]
-[[Category:Middle Eastern Cuisine]]
+[[Category:Jordanian cuisine]]
-[[Category:Fermented Foods]]
+[[Category:Dairy products]]
-[[Category:Traditional Foods]]
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-{{food-stub}}