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Tavuk Döner
Medium 5 hr~380 kcal 8/10
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Kabsa
Spiced chicken and tomato basmati rice cook together into the Gulf's generous shared-table classic.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 50 min📖 1 min readServes 6~640 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 80 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 1 h 50 min- Prep30 min
- Cooking1 h 20 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 6 Chicken thighs
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Basmati rice
- 2 Onions
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Tomato puree
- 4 clove Garlic
- 5 Cardamom pods
- 4 Cloves
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Coriander
- 5 cup(~1000 ml) Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Almonds
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Raisins
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Vegetable oil
- 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 salt, cumin, and coriander.
- 3
Brown the chicken in vegetable oil for 4 minutes per side and set aside.
8 min08:00 - 4
In the same pot, saute the onion and garlic for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 5
Add the tomato puree, cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon and cook for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 6
Add the rice, chicken broth, and chicken to the pot.
- 7
Cover and cook over low heat for 35 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 8
Toast the almonds and raisins in a pan for 3 minutes and scatter over the pilaf.
3 min03:00
💡 Tip: Browning the chicken first leaves a deeper spiced flavor in the rice liquid.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide platter with toasted 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)
~640
kcal calories
38
g protein
78
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 24%Carbs 48%Fat 28%
GI 38 · Low GIGL 30 · High GL
11.3g
Sugar
4.5g
Fiber
1869.3mg
Sodium
3.3g
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
- 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 Kabsa make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Kabsa take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 80 minutes; 110 minutes in total.Is Kabsa difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Kabsa have?
Approximately 640 kcal per serving. Protein: 38g, carbs: 78g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Kabsa contain?
This recipe contains Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Kabsa belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.How many ingredients does Kabsa need?
This recipe needs 15 ingredients.Is Kabsa 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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