Samak Mashwi, also called ‘grilled fish’ in Arabic, is a popular Emirati dish well-known for its smoky flavor and spicy sauce. This Arabian dish refers to a grilled fish prepared with charcoal or in a preheated oven, which is served with rice, salad, and spicy Emirati salsa or lemon-based sauce. This Arabian dish is very popular in Emirati culture and is prepared for various social events during Ramadan.
Samak Mashwi is also enjoyed in different Arabic restaurants and homes in other parts of the world where Middle Eastern cuisine is served, such as Singapore, Iran, Dubai, and many more. There is a restaurant named “Atyab Samak Seafood Restaurant” on Jamal Abdul Naser Street, Sharjah.
