{"id":1166,"date":"2025-11-25T14:21:58","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T14:21:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mbahareth.com\/?p=1166"},"modified":"2025-11-28T15:22:25","modified_gmt":"2025-11-28T15:22:25","slug":"authentic-saudi-kabsa-with-fork-spoon-ghee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mbahareth.com\/?p=1166&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Authentic Saudi Kabsa with Fork & Spoon Ghee"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Authentic Saudi Kabsa with Fork & Spoon Ghee<\/span><\/h1>\n

Kabsa is a traditional Saudi dish that gathers families around a rich, flavorful meal.
\nThe real secret behind its authentic taste starts with the ghee.<\/span>
\nIn this recipe, we use Fork & Spoon Ghee<\/strong> for a rich flavor and aroma that awakens the appetite.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • \ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udf73 Category: Main Dish<\/li>\n
  • \ud83c\udf5a Servings: 6<\/li>\n
  • \u23f1\ufe0f Prep Time: 20 minutes<\/li>\n
  • \ud83d\udd25 Cooking Time: 70 minutes<\/li>\n
  • \u23f3 Total Time: ~ 90 minutes<\/li>\n
  • \ud83c\udfaf Difficulty: Medium<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/header>\n
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    Fork & Spoon Ghee \u2014 The Secret of Authentic Flavor<\/h2>\n

    Premium ghee that gives the rice a beautiful shine and deep aroma.
    \nPerfect for Kabsa, Mandi, Maqluba, and traditional large meals.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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    Required Tools<\/h2>\n
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    • Heavy-bottom pot with tight lid<\/li>\n
    • Strainer for washing rice<\/li>\n
    • Board and knives for cutting meat\/chicken<\/li>\n
    • Wooden ladle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n
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      Ingredients<\/h2>\n

      Base (Meat\/Chicken)<\/h3>\n
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      • 1 kg lamb pieces (or whole chicken 1.2\u20131.5 kg cut into 8 pieces)<\/li>\n
      • 3 cups long-grain basmati rice \u2014 washed and soaked for 30 minutes<\/li>\n
      • 3 tbsp Fork & Spoon Ghee<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • 2 large onions, finely chopped<\/li>\n
      • 3 crushed garlic cloves<\/li>\n
      • 2 large tomatoes, chopped<\/li>\n
      • 2 tbsp tomato paste<\/li>\n
      • 2 green chili peppers (optional)<\/li>\n
      • Salt to taste<\/li>\n
      • 5 cups broth (or hot water with a stock cube)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Kabsa Spices<\/h3>\n
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        • 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika<\/li>\n
        • 1.5 tsp mixed Kabsa spices<\/li>\n
        • \u00bd tsp ground cinnamon, \u00bc tsp ground cardamom<\/li>\n
        • Whole spices: 3 cardamom pods + 2 cloves + 2 bay leaves + 1 cinnamon stick<\/li>\n
        • A pinch of saffron soaked in 2 tbsp warm water (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          For Garnish<\/h3>\n
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          • Toasted almonds\/pine nuts + golden raisins<\/li>\n
          • Lemon slices + Daggous sauce\/green salad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n
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            Step-by-Step Preparation<\/h2>\n
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            1. Prepare the rice:<\/strong> Wash the rice until water runs almost clear, soak for 30 minutes, then drain.<\/li>\n
            2. Brown the onions:<\/strong> Heat Fork & Spoon Ghee<\/strong> in a heavy pot over medium heat, add onions until golden, then add garlic for 1 minute.<\/li>\n
            3. Sear the protein:<\/strong> Add lamb\/chicken pieces and brown them well until edges caramelize (8\u201310 minutes).<\/li>\n
            4. Tomatoes & spices:<\/strong> Add tomatoes, paste, chili, ground spices, and whole spices. Stir for 4\u20135 minutes.<\/li>\n
            5. Broth & cooking:<\/strong> Add hot broth to cover the meat. Cover and cook on low heat until meat is tender (45\u201360 min).
              \nFor chicken: 25\u201330 min.<\/li>\n
            6. Adjust liquid:<\/strong> Recalculate the liquid to ensure for every 1 cup rice you have \u2248 1.25\u20131.5 cups liquid (depending on rice type).<\/li>\n
            7. Add the rice:<\/strong> Spread the drained rice gently without excessive stirring.
              \nWhen small holes appear on the surface, reduce the heat to very low.<\/li>\n
            8. Steaming:<\/strong> Drizzle saffron water on top (optional), cover tightly for 20\u201325 minutes until rice cooks fully and absorbs the flavors.<\/li>\n
            9. Rest & serve:<\/strong> Turn off the heat and let the Kabsa rest covered for 5 minutes.
              \nFluff gently and serve garnished with nuts and raisins.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n
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              \ud83d\udca1 Tips for Perfect Kabsa<\/h2>\n
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              • Washing rice well removes excess starch and keeps the grains fluffy.<\/li>\n
              • Browning onions and meat creates deeper flavor and a more vibrant color.<\/li>\n
              • Avoid overmixing after adding the rice so grains don\u2019t break.<\/li>\n
              • If grains seem firm: add 2\u20133 tbsp hot water and continue steaming for a few minutes.<\/li>\n
              • Pressure cooker reduces meat cooking time to 20\u201325 minutes (then continue the recipe normally).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n
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                Variations & Alternatives<\/h2>\n
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                Chicken Kabsa<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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                • Follow the same steps but reduce the main cooking time before adding rice to 25\u201330 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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                  Saffron Touch<\/h3>\n
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                  • For enhanced color: drizzle saffron water on half the rice surface, then mix gently before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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                    Richer Broth<\/h3>\n
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                    • Set aside some broth and boil it with a cinnamon stick and cardamom pods, then return it to the pot before adding rice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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                      Nutritional Information (Approx. per 1 of 6 servings)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                      Calories<\/td>\n~ 690 kcal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Carbs<\/td>\n~ 75 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Protein<\/td>\n~ 32 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Fat<\/td>\n~ 28 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                      Sodium<\/td>\nVaries depending on salt & broth<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

                      *Values are approximate and may vary based on meat type, ghee amount, and broth used.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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