FISH KABSA RECIPE MOST POPULAR ARABIC DISH

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier alternative with more protein.

fish

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is leaner, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water is a cost-saving option.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and crushed garlic; sauté until translucent.

Stir in diced tomato and green bell pepper; cook until softened.

Add spices: turmeric, paprika, black pepper, crushed ginger, cumin, coriander, cardamom, and salt; stir to combine.

Pour in water or broth and bring to a simmer.

Add the fish and bay leaves, cover, and cook until the fish is cooked through.

Remove fish and set aside; stir in rinsed basmati rice into the pot.

Return to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Fluff rice with a fork and gently fold in the fish and green coriander.

Serve hot, garnished with dried pomegranate.

Cooking Techniques

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