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Spice Up Your Kitchen with the Ultimate Kabsa Delight!
Servings
6
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
50
minutesCalories
500
kcal
Kabsa is a traditional Middle Eastern dish that combines fragrant spiced rice with succulent chicken, creating a meal that’s both hearty and flavorful. This recipe brings an authentic taste of the region to your kitchen, perfect for special family dinners or when you want to impress guests with a unique and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, pureed
- 2 tbsp Kabsa spice mix (cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon)
- 1/4 cup almonds and raisins for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, sauté the onions until golden brown, then add the chicken pieces and Kabsa spice mix, cooking for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato puree and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add 4 cups of water and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, add the basmati rice to the pot, and simmer until the rice absorbs the liquid and is tender.
- Serve the rice topped with the cooked chicken, and garnish with toasted almonds and raisins.
Spice Up Your Kitchen with the Ultimate Kabsa Recipe
Note:
- For extra flavor, serve with a side of tangy yogurt sauce or a cucumber salad!
