Photo: Miansari66 / CC0

Kabsa

Name: Kabsa
Cuisine: Saudi Arabia

Traditional dish from Saudi Arabia

Must Try

About Kabsa

Arab rice dish

Kabsa, also known as Makboos or Machboos, is an Arab mixed rice dish that originates from Saudi Arabia or Yemen. It is commonly regarded as a national dish in all the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council. It can also be found in regions such as southern Iran and Gaza in Palestine.

Key Ingredients

rice
meat
onion
cardamom
tomato
cinnamon
nutmeg
bay leaf
Black lime

Dietary Information

✓ Must-try when visiting Saudi Arabia
Traditional Saudi Arabia cuisine

Learn More

Wikipedia (DE)
Wikipedia (EN)
Wikipedia (ES)
Wikipedia (FR)

Discover More Saudi Arabia Cuisine

Find local restaurants, food markets, and authentic dining experiences in Saudi Arabia with our travel app.

View All Saudi Arabia Dishes