Al Kabsa Ancient Arabian Chicken And Fragrant Rice Recipe

Ingredients for Al Kabsa Ancient Arabian Chicken And Fragrant Rice

• Chicken Piece
• Basmati Rice
• 2 dried limes (halved)
• Fresh Tomatoes
• Onions
• Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
• Olive Oil
• Kabsa Spice Mix
• Of Fresh Mint
• Green Chili Peppers
• 3 cups water

How to Make Al Kabsa Ancient Arabian Chicken And Fragrant Rice

1. Slice 1 large onion and 4 cloves garlic. Cut 2 large tomatoes into wedges and chop 1/4 cup fresh coriander.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large casserole dish over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs and cook for a further 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
3. Add 2 cups of basmati rice and sauté for about 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato wedges, 2 tablespoons of Kabsa spice mix (Recipe #290159 or your own blend), 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 dried limes (halved).
4. Add 3 cups of water (or enough to cover the rice mixture by about 1 inch). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
5. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Gently stir in 1/2 cup sultanas and 1/4 cup slivered almonds.
6. **Accompanying Tomato Sauce:** While the rice cooks, prepare the sauce. Peel 2 large tomatoes and chop them. Mix with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
7. Remove the lid from the rice, fluff gently with a fork, and serve the Al Kabsa hot with the tomato sauce and your favorite flatbreads.