Beef and Celery Kabsa with Saffron Basmati Rice
Indulge in the flavors of the Middle East with this hearty beef and celery kabsa, served atop a bed of aromatic saffron basmati rice. The combination of tender beef, crunchy celery, and fragrant spices will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Dubai. This dish is a true reflection of the region's rich culinary heritage, with each bite a testament to the bold flavors and aromas of the Middle East.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total Time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Middle Eastern
- middle eastern
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- beef
- celery
- basmati rice
Ingredients
- 1lbbeef, cut into small pieces
- 2stalkscelery, diced
- 1cupbasmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 1mediumonion, chopped
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1tspground cumin, none
- 1tspground coriander, none
- 0.5tspturmeric, none
- 0.5tsppaprika, none
- 0.5tspsaffron threads, soaked in 1 tablespoon hot water
- 2tbspsolive oil, none
- to tastenonesalt, none
- to tastenoneblack pepper, none
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
35g
70% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 5g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4mmedium-high heat - 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
1mmedium-high heat - 3
Add the beef pieces to the saucepan and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the saucepan and set aside.
5mmedium-high heat - 4
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the saucepan, then add the diced celery and cook until tender, about 4 minutes.
4mmedium heat - 5
Add the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, and paprika to the saucepan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant.
1mmedium heat - 6
Add the cooked beef back to the saucepan, along with 1 cup of water, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
10mlow heat - 7
While the beef is cooking, prepare the saffron basmati rice. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed and drained basmati rice, 2 cups of water, and the soaked saffron threads. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and fluffy.
15mlow heat - 8
To serve, place a scoop of the saffron basmati rice on a plate, then top with the beef and celery mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired.
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