Gulf (Khaleeji) Cuisine
Gulf Shrimp Machboos (Spiced Rice with Shrimp)
Gulf Shrimp Machboos – fragrant basmati rice infused with traditional machboos spices and fresh, tender shrimp, a classic Gulf seafood favorite.
55 min
Total Time
5 servings
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Arabian Gulf
Origin
Ingredients
- Peeled shrimp 500 g
- Basmati rice 2.5 cup
- Tomatoes and onions 2 piece
- Machboos spice blend 2 tbsp
- Garlic 4 clove
Instructions
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1
Sauté the onions and garlic until softened and fragrant.
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2
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and machboos spice blend, cooking briefly to release the aromas.
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3
Pour in the water and bring it to a boil, then add the basmati rice.
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4
Just before the liquid is fully absorbed, gently stir in the shrimp, cover, and let it simmer until the rice is tender and the shrimp is cooked through.
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