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155 basmati rice recipes from Persia, India, the Middle East, Asia and Sweden. All cooked with Karoon long-grain basmati rice.
Middle Eastern: Kabsa, maqluba and mujaddara — generous dishes made for sharing.
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Middle EasternMaqluba with Eggplant and Chicken
Maqluba, the upside-down Palestinian basmati rice with fried eggplant and chicken, always impresses when flipped onto the platter.
80 min 4 servAdvanced- Middle Eastern
Chicken Kabsa
Kabsa is Saudi Arabia's national dish, a richly spiced basmati rice cooked with chicken, tomato, and a distinct kabsa spice blend.
70 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Mansaf with Lamb and Yoghurt Sauce
Mansaf is Jordan's national dish with tender lamb in tangy jameed yoghurt sauce, served over a large platter of basmati rice.
90 min 4 servAdvanced - Middle Eastern
Mujaddara with Lentils and Crispy Onion
Mujaddara is a simple yet flavorful dish of basmati rice and brown lentils, crowned with plenty of crispy caramelized onion.
45 min 4 servEasy - Middle Eastern
Kuzi with Lamb and Almonds
Kuzi is a Gulf dish with slow-cooked lamb and saffron-scented basmati rice topped with toasted nuts and raisins.
100 min 6 servAdvanced - Middle Eastern
Mandi with Chicken
Mandi is a Yemeni dish with smoky-flavored chicken and basmati rice cooked in an aromatic spice broth.
75 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Ouzi with Chicken and Nuts
Ouzi is a rich basmati rice with chicken, raisins, and toasted nuts, often served baked inside puff pastry for celebrations.
75 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Stuffed Grape Leaves with Rice
Stuffed grape leaves are filled with spiced basmati rice, pine nuts, and herbs — a beloved starter throughout the Middle East.
80 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Shish Tawook with Basmati Rice
Shish tawook is grilled chicken skewers marinated in garlic and lemon, classically served with loosely cooked basmati rice.
50 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Koshari with Lentils and Pasta
Koshari is Egypt's beloved everyday dish where basmati rice, lentils, and pasta come together under a tangy tomato sauce and crispy onion.
55 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Riz bi Lahm with Lamb
Riz bi lahm is Lebanese basmati rice cooked with ground meat, cinnamon, and toasted pine nuts — a quick yet flavorful dinner.
65 min 4 servMedium - Middle Eastern
Fish Kabsa with Spiced Rice
Fish kabsa is a coastal take on kabsa where fried fish is served over richly spiced basmati rice cooked in a tomato broth.
55 min 4 servMedium