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Pasta & rice

Mathrooba

A family dish of rice and chicken cooked together with caramelized onions and mild spices. Served in a large shared dish, often on festive tables.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Épices

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the sliced onions in the oil over medium heat for 15 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, spices and tomato paste, then cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Lay in the salted chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
  4. Pour in the hot water, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Rinse the rice, then arrange it around the chicken in the pot.
  6. Add hot water to cover the rice by a finger's width and adjust the salt.
  7. Cover tightly and cook over low heat for 20 minutes until absorbed.
  8. Let rest for 10 minutes and serve the rice with the chicken pieces on top.

Variations and tips

Raisin flavor. Add raisins soaked in water to the rice near the end of cooking for a touch of sweetness.

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