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Kabli Rice

Rice with the rich oriental flavors and special Madinah cuisine
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Rich Flavors and Quality Rice:
Kabuli rice is known for its rich flavor. Long grain basmati rice is used with carefully selected spices. Adding oranges or orange peels and the wonderful balance of the salty, sweet and spicy tastes give it a distinctive flavor. Besides meat or chicken, ingredients also include various nuts, such as walnuts, almonds and raisins.

Kabli rice' is Madinan rice too!

Kabli rice is a popular dish on social and family occasions. It is an essential part of the food culture of Madinah

Ever since it was introduced in Madinah several decades ago, the recipe of the Kabli rice was developed and this dish gained a peculiar Madinah taste. Thanks to mixing with other recipes and Madinah spices and ingredients to become part of the history and culture of Madinah and the Kingdom at large.

Rice As Cultural Ambassador:

Kabli rice is a good example of the mutual influence across cultures, eating habits and various international cuisine. Although it originally came from Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, which boasts luxurious cuisine due to the spread of Afghan rule over vast expanses in Asia for several centuries. It made the Afghans benefit from Persian and Indian cuisine. Kabli rice has become an essential part of the food culture of Madinah and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Where can you try it?

Visitors of Madinah can enjoy this rich dish in many traditional, modern, luxurious and simple restaurants, where it is served with a variety of appetizers, salads and traditional drinks

Don't forget to try this delicious dish when you visit Madinah. You will enjoy the unique taste and cultural experience at the same time.