kabse
If you've got chicken, rice and mushrooms, you're most of the way to this Saudi Arabian chicken: about 50 minutes of cooking across 4 steps. You'll find the full ingredient list (with a scaler to change the servings), 4 steps of method, substitutions, and ideas for what to serve alongside.
You'll mainly reach for oven and large pot. At medium difficulty across 4 steps, it's manageable with a little attention.
What you'll need
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Pantry staples (you likely have these)
Diet: contains meat, based on every ingredient listed below.
Contains: none of the major allergens we track from the ingredients listed.
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How to make it
- Caramelize the chicken with olive oil then add a maggi cube and boil it for around 30 minutes.
- In another pot, add all the veggies and caramelize them till they are soft.
- Once everything is done, add the rice, raisins & spices to the veggies and add 2 and a half cups of water for the rice to cook.
- Once the rice is done put everything in the oven.
You'll use: Oven Β· Large pot Β· Saucepan
Watch how it's made
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What to serve with kabse
- Shakshouka Miscellaneous
- Knafeh Dessert
- Shawarma chuck roast wrap Beef
- Shakshuka Feta Cheese Miscellaneous
Tips & common questions
How long does kabse take to make?
About 50 minutes from start to finish β an estimate based on the 4 steps and 12 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes β use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
How should I store leftovers?
Cool leftovers quickly, refrigerate in an airtight container, and eat within 3 days. Reheat until piping hot throughout.
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