Balaleet – Breakfast from Qatar

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 10

Balaleet - A delicious and sweet breakfast from Qatar

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

404

Sugar

35g

Fat

11g

Balaleet is a popular breakfast dish in Qatar that is usually served during special occasions like Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha. It's a simple dish that consists of vermicelli noodles that are cooked with sugar, spices, and an omelette made with orange juice and eggs. The result is a sweet, fragrant, and delicious dish that is perfect for those who have a sweet tooth. Balaleet is often served with a side of fresh dates, which help to balance out the sweetness of the dish. Give this delicious breakfast dish a try and start your day off on a sweet note!

Instructions

1.	Boil the vermicelli in a small pot of water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2.	In a bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and salt together.
3.	In a separate pan, melt the butter and add the orange juice and egg. Cook until the egg is set.
4.	Add the vermicelli to the pan and toss to coat with the orange juice and egg mixture.
5.	Sprinkle the spice mixture over the vermicelli and toss again until evenly coated.
6.	Serve warm and enjoy!

PROS

Balaleet is a simple and easy breakfast dish that is sweet, fragrant, and delicious.

It’s a great way to start your day off on a sweet note and can be customized to your liking.

CONS

This dish is high in sugar and carbs, so it may not be suitable for those watching their sugar or carb intake.

It’s also not a very filling breakfast, so you may need to have something else to eat with it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Balaleet isn’t the healthiest breakfast option, it does contain some nutrients from the vermicelli and egg.
The vermicelli is a good source of carbs and provides some fiber, while the egg provides protein and essential vitamins and minerals.

	1/2 cup vermicelli , broken in to about 1 inch pieces or 1/2 cup cut spaghetti
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 teaspoons cinnamon
	1 teaspoon ginger
	1 pinch salt
	1 tablespoon butter
	1/4 cup orange juice
	1 egg , omelette