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Saleeg Recipe

Saleeg is basically a rice dish and it is also known as saliq. This dish is most eaten by the people of the Saudi Arabia on their special occasions. And if you are also rice lover and especially have keen interest in eating the cuisines of other countries. Then this recipe definitely sounds to be interesting for you. Because the native people of Saudi Arabia eats the saleeg and it is served with the roasted chicken and creamy white rice that gets cooked with milk.

And when you eat this recipe for once then you will definitely want it again and again. But the one problem always happens that if we go somewhere and loves their cuisine but after returning we do not find it somewhere and craves to eat again. Then for all of those persons, this recipe really proves to be helpful. Because you will be able to cook the saleeg at your home and especially by yourself anytime.

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Ingredients you need to make saleeg rice recipe

When you make saleeg recipe, then there are certain ingredients that you require so that you can cook it effectively. And the list of ingredients that you need to make the rice recipe is mentioned here as in the following manner:

Saleeg Recipe

 1. 4 bone-in chicken leg and thigh quarters
2. 1 cup long grain rice
3. 1 cup short grain rice
4. 6 cardamom pods
5. 1 cinnamon stick
6. 1 whole, peeled onion
7. 2 cloves garlic
8. Enough water to cover chicken for boiling (about 6-8 cups) 

 9. 1 ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt
10. ½ teaspoon cracked pepper
11. 2-3 mastic tears
12. 2 cups full-fat milk or cream, plus 1 teaspoon
13. 2 ounces butter or ghee
14. ¼ teaspoon saffron
15. ¼ teaspoon cumin

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Procedure to make the saleeg recipe

Once you collect all the ingredients not let’s get to know the procedure that you have to follow to make the saleeg recipe. And these are mentioned here as in the following manner:

  1. The first and the foremost thing that you have to do is take the chicken marinates it using the lemon, cord and also adds all the spices into it.
  2. Then take a pan add some oil into it and then add the chicken pieces into it then add water and salt according to the taste. And cover it with the lid to get it cooked completely.
  3. Once you do that, then you have to wash the basmati rice with water and rinse of the water completely.
  4. Then take another pan, add oil into it and then all the spices and vegetables. Then you have to sauté it until it changes its color to golden brown.
  5. Now you have to add the water and salt into it. But you must have to remember that the quantity of water must be twice the quantity of rice.
  6. Then you have to cover it with lid. Once you feel that rice gets soft and water gets absorbed, then you have to add the milk. So that creamy texture is given to the rice.
  7. And when you add milk, then you have to keep a check that milk does not get absorbed completely. You have to keep a little quantity of it.
  8. At last turn off the gas flame and serve it into the plate with roasted chicken at the top of it.

In conclusion, exploring the Saleeg recipe offered by Foodsy Exports is a delightful journey into the heart of traditional and authentic flavors. With a commitment to quality and a passion for preserving culinary heritage, we bring you a taste of nostalgia with its meticulously crafted Saleeg recipe. Elevate your dining experience by savoring the rich textures and wholesome goodness of this timeless dish. Trust us to deliver not just a product but a culinary experience that transcends boundaries, connecting you to the essence of homemade comfort.

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