CLASSIC ARABIAN KABSA SPICE MIX FROM THE SPICE ROUTE

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This is just one variation of the classic Arabian spice mix which is used in the ancient Saudi Arabian dish called Al Kabsa or Al Kabsah; a chicken and rice dish which is fragrant and lightly spiced - and is thought to originate from the nomadic Bedouin tribes. Arabic cuisine has its roots in tent cookery. Nomadic tribes could use only transportable foods such as rice and dates, or their nomadic stock like sheep and camels in their recipes. As the caravans journeyed throughout the Middle East, new seasonings and vegetables were discovered and added to the existing repertoire. Each new discovery was incorporated into the diet in quantities palatable to a particular tribe - a fact that many cooks believe is responsible for the anomalies found in some Arabic dishes today.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Lebanese

Time 2m

Yield 1 small jar of Kabsa

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon cardamom seed
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon coriander seed
1 tablespoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon saffron thread
1 teaspoon dried pomegranate powder
2 dried limes (optional)

Steps:

  • Grind all the whole spices and saffron threads together, then add the promegranate powder, mix well. (If using the dried limes, add them to the intial grinding procedure.).
  • Decant into an airtight tin or container and store in a dark, cool and dry place.

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