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Hard 12 hr~480 kcal 8/10
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Chicken Mandi
Spiced chicken cooks over yellow basmati rice and finishes with a brief charcoal smoke in this Yemeni rice classic.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 6~620 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 75 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 1 h 45 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking1 h 15 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the chicken
- 6 Chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
For the rice
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Basmati rice
- 2 Onions
- 4 clove Garlic
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Butter
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Chicken broth
For the spice mix
- 5 Cardamom pods
- 4 Cloves
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Coriander
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Turmeric
For serving
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Almonds
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Raisins
Tütsü için
- 1 küçük parça Hot charcoal
General
- 1.5 dessert spoon(~15 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice and soak it in water for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 2
Rub the chicken thighs with vegetable oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and salt.
- 3
Brown the chicken in a wide pot for 4 minutes per side, then set aside.
8 min08:00 - 4
In the same pot, saute the butter, onions, and garlic for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 5
Add the cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon stick and bloom them for 1 minute.
1 min01:00 - 6
Add the drained rice and chicken broth to the pot, then place the chicken on top.
- 7
Cover and cook over low heat for 35 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 8
Place the hot charcoal in a small bowl inside the pot, drop a few drops of oil on it, close the lid, and smoke for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 9
Toast the almonds and raisins in a pan for 3 minutes and scatter over the pilaf.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: Keeping the charcoal smoke brief gives the rice aroma without a bitter burnt taste.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide platter with fried onions, almonds, raisins, and spicy tomato sauce.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~620
kcal calories
36
g protein
72
g carbs
21
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 46%Fat 31%
GI 38 · Low GIGL 27 · High GL
8.8g
Sugar
3.7g
Fiber
1770.8mg
Sodium
5.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
9/10Very filling, for a really hungry day
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
- Tree nuts
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Chicken Mandi make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Chicken Mandi take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 75 minutes; 105 minutes in total.Is Chicken Mandi difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Chicken Mandi have?
Approximately 620 kcal per serving. Protein: 36g, carbs: 72g, fat: 21g.Which allergens does Chicken Mandi contain?
This recipe contains Milk, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Chicken Mandi belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Chicken Mandi need?
This recipe needs 17 ingredients.Is Chicken Mandi filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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