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Syrian Kabsa

Cultural Context

Kabsa is a traditional dish originating from the Arabian Peninsula, particularly popular in Syria and neighboring countries. It reflects the region's rich culinary heritage, often served during gatherings and celebrations. Kabsa is celebrated for its fragrant spices and the communal way it is enjoyed, typically served on a large platter for sharing. Today, variations of Kabsa can be found across the Middle East, each with unique ingredients and preparation methods, showcasing the dish's adaptability and enduring appeal.

SyrianSYmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 chicken thighs
2 tablespoons oil
1 small onion
1 carrot
6 cardamom pods
black pepper
1 black lime
1 cinnamon stick
lemon peel
orange peel (half an orange)
4.5 to 5 cups hot water
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons oil (for rice)
1 cube of butter (equivalent to 1 tablespoon)
1 bell pepper
1 grated tomato
1 grated carrot
1.5 tablespoons raisins
1 standard spoon of mixed spices
0.5 teaspoon turmeric (for rice)
3 cups soaked basmati rice
salt to taste
1.5 cups chicken broth (for each cup of rice)
0.5 teaspoon turmeric (for chicken)
0.5 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon mixed spices (for chicken)
1 teaspoon salt (for chicken)

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa adds protein and fiber, while white rice is more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork

Turkey is leaner, while pork can be less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, and vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide omega-3s, while sunflower seeds are often less costly.

1

Boil the chicken with 2 tablespoons of oil until slightly browned.

2

Add 1 small onion, 1 carrot cut into pieces, 6 cardamom pods, black pepper, 1 black lime, 1 cinnamon stick, lemon peel, and orange peel to the chicken.

3

Add about 4.5 to 5 cups of hot water and 1 teaspoon of salt, cover the pressure cooker, and leave for 20 minutes.

4

In a separate pan, heat 3 tablespoons of oil and 1 cube of butter, then add 1 chopped onion and 1 bell pepper, sprinkling with salt until wilted.

5

Add 1 grated tomato, 1 grated carrot, and 1.5 tablespoons of raisins, then add 1 standard spoon of mixed spices and 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric.

6

Add 3 cups of soaked basmati rice, stirring until it absorbs the flavors.

7

Pour in 1.5 cups of chicken broth for each cup of rice and reduce the heat to cook.

8

Prepare the chicken by mixing 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric, 0.5 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of mixed spices with some oil, then place on parchment paper to roast.

9

Roast the chicken in the oven at a high temperature until golden brown.

10

After 20 to 25 minutes, the rice will be done and flavorful; arrange the roasted chicken on top.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmeringsteaming

Equipment Needed

pressure cookerpanparchment paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

KabsaKabseh

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