Authentic Al-Karak Jameed (2 Pieces per Package) Includes 1/2 Ounce Mansaf Spices.

We are pleased to carry authentic, original, natural jameed from Al-Karak, Jordan. This jammed is made from ewe's milk (sheep milk). This listing is for the smaller jameed balls. There are 2 balls per package, each weighs an estimated 4-6 ounces each. We have indicated in the options how many pieces per package. The milk is heated until thickened then strained to remove the whey. It is then salted (preservative), shaped into cone-shaped balls and put outside to dry. It’s almost rock-hard when ready. Most jameed is white indicating it was dried outside in the shade. Jameed that is yellow or beige was probably dried in the sun. The tradition of making this dried yogurt has long been an essential part of Jordan’s cuisine and culture, and the product is one of the key ingredients used in the preparation of mansaf, Jordan’s national dish. Jameed is also employed in a variety of other traditional dishes such as al-rashoof soup and shakreyeh. Some bold chocolatiers have even combined the pung