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Classic Arabian Kabsa Spice Mix from

the Spice Route
By French Tart on March 04, 2008
Prep Time: 2 mins

Total Time: 2 mins

Yield: 1 small jar of Kabsa

ABOUT THIS RECIPE

"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
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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."

INGREDIENTS
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)

DIRECTIONS
1.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.).
2.Decant into an airtight tin or container and store in a dark, cool and dry place.

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Classic Arabian Kabsa Spice Mix from the Spice Route (cont.)

NUTRITION FACTS
Amount Per Serving

Calories 387.9
Calories from Fat 90

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Amount Per Serving
Total Fat 10.0g

Serving Size: 1 (125 g)

Servings Per Recipe: 1

Saturated Fat 0.9g

% Daily Value

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Cholesterol 0.0mg

% Daily Value
15%
4%
0%

Sugars 0.1 g

23% Sodium 37.3mg

Total Carbohydrate 81.7g
Dietary Fiber 34.8g
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 14.1g

1%
27%
139%
0%
28%

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