Arabian Chicken Kabsa Recipe Without Oven | Best Saudi traditional Kabsa Recipe by Raisha's World

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while long-grain rice is more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: yellow food coloring

Turmeric provides color and health benefits at a lower cost.

cloves

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: ground cinnamon

Allspice offers a similar flavor profile, while cinnamon is more accessible.

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear and soak for 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes, carrots, and potatoes, cooking for another 5 minutes.

Incorporate chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.

Add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, bay leaves, cumin, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Pour in water to cover the chicken and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside, then add soaked rice to the pot with salt and saffron.

Stir gently, cover, and cook on low heat for 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

While the rice cooks, roast the chicken in the oven until golden and cooked through, about 15 minutes at 200°C (400°F).

Fluff the rice with a fork and serve topped with the roasted chicken and garnished with raisins.

Cooking Techniques

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