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Preparation
30 minutes
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Cooking
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Kabsa rice is one of the most famous dishes from Saudi Arabia, consisting of rice and various meats along with distinctive spices! Enjoy the flavor of this special chicken dish through the recipe shared by sister Huyền. Cooking with TasteVN right away!
Ingredients for Arab Kabsa Rice For 4 people
Long grain rice 300 gr (Indian rice) Garlic chicken thighs 3 pieces Tomatoes 2 pieces Onion 1/2 bulb Carrot 1 piece Ginger 1 piece Yellow lemon 1 piece Star anise 2 pieces Cloves 4 pieces Cinnamon 2 sticks Fennel 4 seeds Dried bay leaves 2 leaves Parsley powder 1 tablespoon Garam masala powder 1/2 tablespoon Fennel powder 1/2 tablespoon Thick tomato sauce 1/2 tablespoon Unsalted butter 25 gr Olive oil 1.5 tablespoons Almonds/dried grapes a little Salt a little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose fresh chicken thighs
- A good chicken thigh has shiny skin, a naturally yellow color, and pinkish-white meat.
- You should choose chicken thighs that have no strange odor, with skin that is not bruised or discolored.
- Gently press to check the elasticity of the chicken; good chicken has firm meat, not soft.
- Check the surface of the chicken thigh; if there are small red spots, do not buy it.
How to choose fresh carrots
- Fresh carrots will have a characteristic deep orange color, bright color, smooth skin, not cracked, and feel firm in hand.
- You should choose carrots with fresh green tops, not damaged or wilted.
- You should select long, moderately sized carrots that feel firm when held.
- Do not buy those with rotten tops and curved bodies. These are old carrots that are difficult to prepare.
Where to buy Indian rice?
- Indian rice is long, slender, with white and brown colors. When buying rice, you should choose types that have the natural aroma of rice. Indian rice has a very pleasant and delicious fragrance.
- Indian rice prices range from 40,000 to 200,000 VND/kg, depending on the type, supplier, and season,…(price updated in April 2021)
- You can find Indian rice for sale at large supermarkets, agricultural markets, or purchase it on reputable e-commerce websites.
What is garam masala powder, where to buy it?
- Garam masala powder is a type of hot spice blend originating from India. It is made from various plant ingredients that have different spicy flavors.
- The ingredients in the powder can vary according to the preferences of each chef, but generally, the main components are coriander, cloves, black pepper, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Garam masala powder is available at food stores, reputable supermarket chains, and e-commerce platforms for about 65,000 VND per 100g box. The price above was updated in March 2021.
Where to buy the ingredients
- You can buy cumin powder, parsley powder, star anise, cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, and dried bay leaves at herbal shops, supermarkets, and e-commerce websites,…
- When purchasing, you need to carefully check the packaging, origin, and expiration date to ensure quality when using.
Tools for preparation
Pot, oven, non-stick pan, plate, spoon, aluminum foil,…
How to make Arabic Kabsa Rice
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Prepare the ingredients
First, wash the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for about 30 minutes.
After selecting the chicken thighs, rub them with salt, then rinse with water and let them drain.
Wash 2 tomatoes and cut them into wedges. Peel 1/2 onion, wash it, and slice it.
Peel 1 small carrot and dice it. Peel the ginger and chop it finely.
Finally, wash the lemon and slice it.
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Make the sauce mixture
Place a pan on the stove, wait for it to heat up, then add 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and 25g of unsalted butter.
Once the butter has melted, add the herbs including: 2 star anise, 4 cloves, 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 fennel seeds, 2 dried bay leaves, then add the ginger and onion and sauté on high heat for about 3 minutes.
After 3 minutes, add the tomatoes and 1/2 tablespoon of concentrated tomato sauce, stir-fry for about 5 minutes and then cover to soften the tomatoes.
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Cook and roast the chicken
After 5 minutes, open the lid, at this point, the tomatoes have softened, then you start adding an additional 100ml of water and put the chicken in to cook for about 5 minutes. When cooking, remember to flip both sides to avoid burning the chicken.
After 5 minutes, add about 200ml of water, then cover the lid and cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, take the chicken out.
Preheat the oven to roast the chicken, set the temperature to 230°C for 15 minutes to warm up the oven first.
Prepare a tray lined with aluminum foil and place the chicken on the tray to roast at 200°C for 10 minutes. Then increase to 220°C and roast for another 10 minutes.
After the chicken is cooked, take the chicken out of the tray.
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Cook the rice
After soaking, drain the rice.
Add the rice and diced carrots into the pan with the chicken sauce.
Add a few slices of lemon on top. Cover and reduce the heat to cook the rice for about 30 minutes on low to medium heat, until the rice is done.
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Completion
Place the pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Wait until the oil is hot, then add almonds and raisins to toast until cooked.
Now, serve the rice on a plate, sprinkle with almonds, raisins, and add the grilled chicken on top to finish.
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Final product
The Arabic kabsa rice is fragrant with the distinctive spices of the Middle Eastern region. The chicken is tender and flavorful. The rice cooked with the sauce is very rich, complemented by delicious crunchy nuts!
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With just a few steps, you have an attractive, delicious, and unique Arab Kabsa rice dish that is not too complicated to make. Wishing you success in your cooking!
*Image and recipe source shared from Facebook: Ari Huyền Daisy
