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Ramadan Recipe: Chicken Bukhari

  • Publish date: Tuesday، 04 March 2025 Last update: Saturday، 08 March 2025
Ramadan Recipe: Chicken Bukhari

Chicken Bukhari is a fragrant and flavorful Saudi dish, perfect for Ramadan iftars. This spiced rice and chicken meal is enriched with caramelized onions, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, creating a hearty and satisfying dish. Served with Duggus, a zesty Saudi salsa made with fresh tomatoes, coriander, and chili, it adds a refreshing kick. Whether shared with family or guests, this traditional dish brings warmth and authenticity to the Ramadan table, making it a delicious centerpiece for a wholesome Iftar. 

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  • Ingredients of Chicken Bukhari

    • 15 Minutes
    • 4 Serving
    • 255 Calories

Bukhari Rice

1 cup oil
2 carrots, julienned
½ cup black raisins
1 onion, sliced
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces, skin on
2 medium tomatoes, crushed
2 tsp tomato paste
2 cups basmati rice, washed and drained
3 ½ cups water
2 green chili peppers
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp cumin

Duggus Sauce

1 bunch coriander
2 garlic cloves
4 Tomatoes
2 green chilis
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 lemon, juiced

  • Method & Directions of Chicken Bukhari

    • 40 Minutes
  1. Prepare the Carrots and Raisins
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the carrots and raisins, frying them for about 3 to 5 minutes until they turn golden and slightly crispy. Remove from the pan, drain any excess oil, and set them aside for garnishing later.
  2. Fry the Onions and Chicken
    تم نسخ الرابط
    In the same pan, add sliced onions and fry until they become golden brown. Next, place the chicken pieces skin-side down and fry for 2 to 3 minutes until they develop a slight golden color.
  3. Cook the Tomato Base
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir in the tomato paste. Let the mixture simmer and reduce for 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Once thickened, remove the chicken and transfer it to a baking tray. Place the tray in the oven and let the chicken roast until it is fully golden and crisp.
  4. Cook the Rice
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Add 2 cups of basmati rice to the same pot, then pour in 3½ cups (750 ml) of water. Bring the mixture to a boil before reducing it to the lowest heat setting. Add two whole green chili peppers for extra aroma. Let the rice simmer for 30 to 45 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the grains are perfectly tender.
  5. Garnish and Serve
    تم نسخ الرابط
    Once the rice is cooked, garnish it with fried carrots, raisins, and fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful dish.
  6. Prepare the Duggus
    تم نسخ الرابط
    In a blender, combine fresh coriander, tomatoes, garlic, and green chili peppers. Blend the ingredients until you achieve a thick, smooth consistency. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh, tangy flavor. Serve this spicy salsa alongside the Bukhari rice for an added kick.

  • Nutrition Facts of Chicken Bukhari

Calories 255

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