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Machboos
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Machboos

A fragrant rice dish cooked with meat (chicken, lamb, or fish) and a complex blend of Middle Eastern spices like saffron, cardamom, and dried lime.

مجبوس (Machboos)

Also known as

  • Kabsa — ar, regional

Ingredients

chicken, basmati rice, onion, tomato, garlic, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, black lime, cumin, coriander

Commonly hidden ingredients

chicken broth, ghee, vegetable oil

Preparation note

Typically prepared with meat or chicken stock.

Sources & references

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