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Saudi Arabia · Saudi
Beef Kabsa
Saudi spiced rice with tender beef, tomato, carrots and warm whole spices.
- Saudi
- 75 min total time
- 4 base servings
- 1 version
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Classic
Saudi spiced rice with tender beef, tomato, carrots and warm whole spices.
This version uses beef and a gentle warm spice profile.
Version
Contains
Ingredients
- 550 g beef stew meat, cubed
- 340 g long-grain rice
- 240 g tomato, chopped
- 200 g carrots, shredded
- 150 g onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 35 ml neutral oil
- 3 g ground cumin
- 3 g ground coriander
- 1 g ground cinnamon
- 900 ml water
- 7 g fine salt
Cooking method
Pan
- Brown beef
Heat oil in a heavy pot and brown beef on all sides.
- Cook base
Add onion and garlic and cook until soft, then add tomato and carrots.
- Season and simmer
Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, water and salt and simmer until beef starts to soften.
- Cook rice
Add rinsed rice, cover and cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I cook kabsa in advance?
Yes. Reheat gently with a small splash of water to keep the rice soft.
Can I use basmati rice?
Yes, and reduce liquid slightly if needed.
