Machboos Recipe

Machboos Recipe

Machboos, also known as Kabsa in some regions, is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish popular in Gulf countries, especially the UAE. It combines tender meat, spiced rice, and a blend of fragrant spices. Here’s how to prepare this traditional dish.

Ingredients

For the Meat or Chicken:

• 1 kg lamb, chicken, or fish (cut into large pieces)
• 6 cups water
• 1 large onion (quartered)
• 2-3 cloves garlic (whole)
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 whole cardamom pods
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 1 tsp salt

For the Rice:

• 2 cups basmati rice (soaked for 30 minutes and drained)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee
• 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
• 2-3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp baharat (Arabic spice mix)
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1 dried lime (loomi)
• 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Stock:

• Place the meat or chicken in a large pot with water. Add the quartered onion, garlic, bay leaves, cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, and salt.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours (or until the meat is tender). For chicken, simmer for 40-50 minutes.
• Skim off any impurities or foam that rise to the surface.
• Once cooked, remove the meat and strain the stock. Reserve the stock for cooking the rice.

2. Cook the Rice:

• Heat the oil or ghee in a large pot. Sauté the sliced onions until golden brown.
• Add the minced garlic, chopped tomatoes, and tomato paste. Cook until the mixture forms a thick sauce.
• Stir in the turmeric, coriander, cumin, baharat, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Mix well.
• Add the soaked rice to the pot and stir to coat it with the spices.
• Pour in 3.5 cups of the reserved stock. Add the dried lime and raisins (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.

3. Combine the Meat and Rice:

• Gently mix the cooked meat or chicken into the rice. Let it sit on low heat for 5-10 minutes for the flavors to meld.

4. Serve:

• Transfer the Machboos to a large serving platter.
• Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with a side of yogurt or a simple salad.

Tips and Variations

• Vegetarian Option: Substitute meat with vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and eggplant.
• Spicier Version: Add green chilies or extra baharat for a spicier kick.
• Traditional Serving: Machboos is often served family-style on a large platter for communal eating.

Enjoy the rich, aromatic flavors of this traditional Emirati dish! 🌟

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