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Tender Brisket Over Moghrabieh (Serves 6)
Arguably one of the most iconic and well-recognised buildings around the world, the Atlantis The Palm is situated on the edge of Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. A landmark resort, the Atlantis the Palm offers visitors and guests a diverse selection of entertainment options and restaurants, and it is often a prominent host for major events - particularly during Ramadan.
The Asateer Ramadan Tent at Atlantis the Palm, Dubai is a legendary and opulent experience, transforming the resort's beachfront into a sprawling, lavish majlis during the Holy Month. Renowned for its grandeur and authentic Arabian hospitality, Asateer has a festive atmosphere atmosphere, where Arabic and international delights are served alongside live Arabic music. Asateer is not merely a dining experience; it's a cultural landmark, attracting both residents and tourists alike, who seek to partake in the unique blend of luxury and tradition that defines this extraordinary Ramadan tent.
Served on a bed of large, cous cous like moghrabieh pearls, this slow-cooked beef brisket is the ideal choice for a Ramadan meal; this dish is hearty and flavourful, and can serve a large number of people.
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Ingredients for Chicken Broth:
- 1kg of chicken breast
- 1 litre of water
- 200g of red onion
- 100g of carrots
- 100g of celery
- 20g of black pepper seeds
- 20g of cardamom, whole
- 20g of cinnamon sticks
- 20g of salt
- 10g of cloves
- 2 bay leaves
Cooking Method:
- In a nonstick pan, saute the shallot onions until golden brown for a few minutes on a high heat, drain and set aside
- In the same pan, add the chicken breast, and fry for a few minutes until the colour changes
- Transfer the chicken to a stock pot, add the large onion, carrots and whole spices
- Add hot water to the stock, bring to the boil and simmer for about 45 minutes
- Once the broth has finished simmering, remove the chicken breasts
- Roughly shred these chicken breasts, cover and set aside
Ingredients for Moghrabieh:
- 500g of Moghrabieh pearls
- 500g of onion shallot, peeled
- 250g of chickpeas, boiled
- 100g of butter
- 20g of caraway, ground
- 20g of cinnamon powder
- 20g of salt
Cooking Method:
- In a deep pan add the Moughrabieh Pearls in the butter for a few minutes
- Add the ground caraway, cinnamon powder and sautee for another 2 minutes
- Add half of the peeled onion shallots
- Slowly pour on the chicken broth to cover
- Bring to the boil and add salt, chickpeas and more both or boiling water, if necessary
- Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook for at least 30 minutes
Ingredients for Beef Brisket:
- 1kg of beef brisket
- 200g of large onion, sliced
- 240g of beef broth
- 240g of tomato paste or barbecue sauce
- 30g of Worcestershire sauce
- 30g of soy sauce
- 30g of olive oil
- 18g of salt
- 18g of black pepper
- 18g of smoked paprika
- 18g of garlic powder
- 18g of onion powder
- 12g of brown sugar
- 12g of garlic (or 4 cloves), minced
- 1.5g of cayenne pepper (optional)
Cooking Method:
- Pre-heat your oven to 163°C (or 325°F).
- Pat the brisket dry, and season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
- In an large, over safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over a medium-high heat. Sear the brisket for 4 - 5 minutes on each side, until browned. Remove from the heat, and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium, and add the onions, carrots and celery. Saute for 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened. Stir in garlic, and cook for another minute.
- Add the sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and tomato paste or barbecue sauce and stir for 1 - 2 minutes.
- Still over the medium heat, return the brisket to the pot and add the beef broth.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and bay leaves. The liquid should cover about 2/3rds of the beef brisket.
- Cover with a lid and transfer to the pre-heated oven.
- Braise for 3 - 4 hours, flipping the brisket halfway through, until the meat is 'fork tender'.
About the Chef
A culinary expert in modern Arabic cuisine, Ali El Bourji is the Executive Arabic Chef at Atlantis Dubai and the creative talent behind Ayamna, a leading Lebanese restaurant. His role at Atlantis, The Palm since 2008 has involved curating menus for various properties, including the renowned Asateer tent, where he has managed catering for large-scale events. He was pivotal in the 2023 culinary launch of Atlantis The Royal and its "Feast of Dreams." Chef Ali has also shared his skills on MasterChef Arabia and frequently cooks for high-profile figures.
Make a reservation for Asateer Ramadan Tent
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