Homemade Bahraini Chicken Machboos | Ramadan Special | for Beginners | @MULTIRECIPIESANDCOOKERIES

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa offers more protein and fiber.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with good fats.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat.

Marinate the chicken pieces with bajat spice mix, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl for at least 30 minutes.

In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies; cook until aromatic.

Add the marinated chicken to the pot and brown on all sides.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook until softened.

Sprinkle more bajat spice mix, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cinnamon powder; adjust salt to taste.

In a separate pot, rinse 2 cups of Basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Bring water to a boil in the separate pot, add a pinch of salt and the rinsed rice, and cook until 70% done.

Add diced carrots, potatoes, and frozen peas to the chicken; mix well.

Cover the pot tightly and let it simmer on low heat until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed the flavors.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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