Machbous Rubyan (Rice With Shrimps)

Step 1

Soak rice.

Step 2

Fry onion and garlic in ghee until golden brown in a large pan.

Step 3

Add shrimps, curry powder, cinnamon, bay leaves and cardamom.

Step 4

Cook until the shrimps become opaque in colour.

Step 5

Remove half the shrimps and keep aside.

Step 6

To the pan add baharat, tomatoes, coriander, salt, pepper and turmeric.

Step 7

Stir over heat for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add water.

Step 9

Bring to a boil then simmer for 3-5 minutes.

Step 10

Drain rice and stir into sauce.

Step 11

Bring it to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 12

Cover tightly.

Step 13

Simmer over low heat for 25-30 minutes or until rice is cooked.

Step 14

Boil almonds.

Step 15

Remove their shells and halve.

Step 16

Fry until golden brown.

Step 17

Serve rice on a large platter.

Step 18

Add reserved shrimps and fried almonds to garnish.