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Yemeni Chicken Mandi

Yemeni Chicken Mandi: 7 Irresistible Flavors to Savor

  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Yemeni
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A traditional Yemeni dish featuring spiced chicken and rice.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 whole chicken (about 34 lbs)
  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Mandi spice mix
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and garlic, sauté until golden.
  3. Add chicken, browning on all sides.
  4. Stir in tomatoes and Mandi spice mix, cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add water and salt, bring to a boil.
  6. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove chicken, set aside.
  8. Add rice to the pot, stir, and place the chicken on top.
  9. Cover and cook on low heat until rice is done, about 20 minutes.
  10. Fluff rice and serve with garnish.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to your preference.
  • Serve with yogurt or salad.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 80g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Yemeni Chicken Mandi, chicken rice, traditional Yemeni dish