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Saleeg

Cultural Context

Saleeg is a traditional Saudi dish, particularly popular in the Hejaz region. This comforting rice dish is often served during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing hospitality and warmth. The combination of spices and tender chicken creates a rich flavor profile, making it a beloved staple in Saudi cuisine. Today, Saleeg has found its way into the kitchens of many Middle Eastern families, with variations appearing in different countries, showcasing the adaptability of this cherished dish.

SaudiSAmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 whole chicken cut into halves
1 cup powdered milk
4 cups Egyptian rice
1 chopped onion
black pepper
coriander powder
salt to taste
parsley leaves
1 chopped tomato
2 chili peppers
3 pieces of garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are a healthy alternative, while sunflower seeds are less expensive.

1

Start by showing all the ingredients needed for the dish.

2

Add 1 whole chicken cut into halves to the pot.

3

Add 1 cup of powdered milk to the pot.

4

Add 4 cups of Egyptian rice to the pot.

5

Add 1 chopped onion to the pot.

6

Add black pepper, coriander powder, and salt to taste for seasoning.

7

Prepare the parsley sauce by grinding parsley leaves and chili peppers in a grinder.

8

Add salt to taste, 1 1/2 teaspoons of black pepper, 2 tablespoons of white vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the grinder.

9

Grind the mixture until well combined for the sauce.

10

Add hot water to the pot with the chicken and rice, then cover it and wait until the chicken is done.

11

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and place it in a baking dish.

12

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken before placing it in the oven.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingsteaming

Equipment Needed

grinderbaking dish

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Saudi RiceJeddah Rice

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