QUICK AND EASY KABSA

Kabsa is the national dish of Saudi Arabia, which consists of rice, spices, vegetables, and lamb or chicken. The preparation of the same is tedious, so here is a shorter, faster method of making it when you are pressed for time.

INGREDIENTS PREPARATION

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PREPARATION

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