Emirati Machboos / Majboos
- 5 mins preparation time
- 10 mins cooking time
Ingredients
Note: The recipe has been scaled, so measurements and times may vary.
Some rice dishes aren’t just hearty — they feel like a fragrant celebration of spices and aroma. And nothing elevates that indulgence quite like ZAFF Chicken & Rice. With tender chicken, aromatic basmati rice, and a delicate touch of ZAFF Aroma Spray, every bite is golden, flavorful, and unforgettable. Perfect for festive meals or a special family feast.
Method
Sauté chopped onions in oil until soft, then add whole spices (bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves) to release their fragrance.
Add chicken pieces and brown lightly for 3–4 minutes, then stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, minced garlic, ground spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric, black pepper), and loomi (dried lime).
Pour in water or stock, bring to a simmer, and cook for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is tender and infused with spices.
Add the washed basmati rice to the simmering chicken mixture, cooking until the rice is fully done and fluffy.
Lightly spray ZAFF Aroma over the rice just before the final 5–10 minutes of steaming, allowing its delicate saffron fragrance to infuse every grain.
