Machbous | I've Been Cooking

Machbous | I've Been Cooking

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Machbous is a flavorful and aromatic Middle Eastern chicken and rice dish, enhanced with a blend of spices including black lime and saffron.

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Ingredients

  • Rice - 2 cups
  • Chicken - 1 whole, cut into pieces or 500g of your choice
  • Onion - 2 large, finely chopped
  • Tomatoes - 2 large, chopped
  • Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 2-inch piece, grated
  • Cinnamon stick - 1
  • Cardamom pods - 5
  • Cloves - 5
  • Black lime - 1, pierced
  • Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
  • Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Water - 4 cups
  • Ghee - 3 tablespoons
  • Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish
  • Raisins - 1/4 cup
  • Almonds - 1/4 cup, toasted

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