Authentic Emirati-Style Chicken Machboos Recipe – Dubai’s Best! As Perfected by Food Blogger Namet Fatma
Welcome to Dubai’s most loved recipe for Chicken Machboos! This traditional Emirati dish is a delicious blend of aromatic spices, tender chicken, and fragrant rice, making it a favorite among locals and food enthusiasts. This recipe is famous in Dubai and has been perfected by the renowned food blogger, Fatma. Her culinary expertise ensures that you’ll be able to cook and savor this dish just like the locals do. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
– 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken, cut into pieces
– 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
– 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– Salt to taste
For the Rice:
– 2 cups Basmati rice, washed and soaked for 30 minutes
– 4 cups chicken broth or water
– 1 large tomato, diced
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 2 dried limes (loomi) or juice of 1 lime
– 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
– 1 large potato, peeled and diced
– 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
– 1/4 cup raisins (optional, for garnish)
– 1/4 cup toasted almonds (optional, for garnish)
– Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and continue sautéing for another minute until the aroma is released.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides.
4. Mix in the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, black pepper, nutmeg, and salt. Allow the chicken to cook in these aromatic spices for a couple of minutes.
5. Pour in enough water to cover the chicken and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
6. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rice. In a separate pot, melt the ghee over medium heat.
7. Add the soaked Basmati rice and stir it in the ghee for a few minutes until it is well coated.
8. Pour in the chicken broth or water, then add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried limes or lime juice, carrots, and potatoes. Bring it to a boil.
9. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the rice cook until it’s tender and all the liquid is absorbed (around 15-20 minutes).
10. In a serving dish, layer the cooked rice and top it with the flavorful spiced chicken. You can also mix the chicken with the rice if you prefer.
11. Garnish the Chicken Machboos with toasted almonds, raisins, and chopped fresh coriander or parsley.
12. Serve hot and enjoy the mouthwatering taste of Dubai’s favorite Chicken Machboos, as perfected by the talented food blogger, Fatma!
Conclusion:
Congratulations! You’ve just created a delightful Emirati-style Chicken Machboos that’s sure to impress. This popular dish from Dubai combines the richness of aromatic spices with tender chicken and fragrant rice, providing an authentic taste of the UAE. Thanks to the expertise of food blogger Fatma, you can now enjoy this traditional recipe as if you were dining in Dubai itself. Share this recipe with your friends and family to spread the flavors of Dubai and delight their taste buds. Happy cooking!