Saudi Arabian Kabsa (One Dish Chicken Dinner)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
Rich and Flavorful Saudi Arabian Kabsa Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup cooking oil
2 medium onions , sliced
2 -3 lbs chicken , cut up
1 can tomato puree
2 medium tomatoes , chopped
4 garlic cloves , crushed
3 cups hot water
2 carrots , grated
grated rind of one orange , just the orange layer and none of the white
3 sticks cinnamon
4 cloves
4 cardamom pods
salt & pepper
1 lb long grain rice
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup sliced almonds , toasted

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
500
Sugar
5g
Fat
25g
Kabsa is a popular Saudi Arabian dish made of spiced chicken and rice, often served as a main course. It is a one-pot dish, making it easy to prepare and serve for family dinners and gatherings. The dish is flavored with a blend of spices like cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. The orange rind used in this recipe adds a zesty flavor to the dish. To make this dish more nutritious, you can add vegetables like peas, potatoes, or green beans. Kabsa has a unique flavor that is unlike any other dish, and it is often enjoyed with a side of cucumber and yogurt salad.

Instructions

1.In a large pot heat the oil and fry the onions until soft.
2.Add the chicken and cook until golden brown.
3.Add the tomato puree, chopped tomatoes, garlic, hot water, grated carrots, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cardamom pods, salt, pepper and orange rind.
4.Cover the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes.
5.Add the rice, raisins, and sliced almonds and stir.
6.Cook for an additional 40 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked.
7.Serve hot with additional toasted almonds and orange rind for garnish.

PROS

This dish is a one-pot meal, making it easy to cook and serve for a large family or dinner party.

The spices used in this recipe give the dish a rich and deep flavor.

CONS

This dish may be high in calories and fat depending on the cut of chicken used and the amount of oil added.

It may not be suitable for those with nut allergies due to the addition of almonds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a good source of protein from the chicken.
The carrots and tomatoes used in the recipe contain essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin A and antioxidants.

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