Food In Oman

6. Halwa

This is a sweet snack which is gelatinous being sticky in nature made with brown sugar, eggs, honey and different spices. Halwa often comes in different flavours like chocolate, rose water, nuts and so on. The Omani dates are also used in plenty in some halwas. Since it cooked slowly in low fire, it takes a while to make it. Interestingly, the halwas could last for above four months without compromising on its quality

7.  Kahwa

Kahwa is a very strong bitter coffee that is often served in tiny cups either with dates or halwa. Kahwa is made from freshly roasted ground coffee and flavoured with some cardamom. 

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