Mishkak

Hailing from Oman, mishkak is a popular street snack consisting of beef, chicken, or mutton that is marinated, skewered, and grilled to perfection. The meat is cut into bite-sized cubes, which are then typically marinated in a combination of various herbs and spices such as black pepper, cardamom, cloves, ginger, garlic, cayenne pepper, curry powder, cumin, cinnamon, salt, coriander, tamarind paste, raw papaya, salt, oil, and water. Apart from marinating it for a longer time, the secret to making a perfectly succulent mishkak requires removing the meat from the grill at the exactly right moment. This meat specialty is typically enjoyed with a spicy tamarind sauce or chili sauce and a fresh salad, and it can also be placed inside warm bread and served as a sandwich. It is also commonly accompanied by rice or bread and eaten for lunch or dinner. In Oman, mishkak is widely consumed across the country, and it is especially popular during celebrations and holidays such as Ramadan.