Description
Golden Arabic Chicken and Rice, or Kabsa, is a delightful dish that embodies the warmth of Arabian cuisine. With its rich spices and vibrant colors, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. The combination of tender chicken and fragrant basmati rice creates a meal that’s not only satisfying but also visually stunning.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 kg bone-in chicken pieces
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
- Salt to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Approximately 4 cups water (adjust as needed)
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until clear; soak in water for 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened.
- Add chicken pieces and spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, salt), sauté until browned.
- Pour in water to cover the chicken; add lemon juice. Bring to boil, then simmer for about 30 minutes until chicken is cooked.
- Add soaked rice to the pot; stir gently. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Arabic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg