Muttabaq Zubaidi Kuwaiti – How to Prepare Kuwaiti Zubaidi Fish Muttabaq

Muttabaq Zubaidi Kuwaiti – How to Prepare Kuwaiti Zubaidi Fish Muttabaq

Muttabaq Zubaidi is a flavorful Kuwaiti dish known for its rich taste and high nutritional value. It’s easy to prepare, requiring about 15 minutes of prep time and 50 minutes for cooking. In this article, we provide the ingredients for four people along with the preparation method, hoping you enjoy this special fish dish from Kuwaiti cuisine.

Ingredients for Muttabaq Zubaidi Kuwaiti:

 

• 3 zubaidi (pomfret) fish
• 2 tablespoons of turmeric
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon of ginger
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• ½ teaspoon of cardamom
• 3 medium-sized onions, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 2 fish stock cubes
• Vegetable oil (as needed)
• 3 cups of rice
• ½ teaspoon of saffron
• 5 cups of water

How to Prepare Muttabaq Zubaidi Kuwaiti:

1. Marinate the Fish:

   • Place the zubaidi fish in a large bowl. Season with salt, 1 tablespoon of turmeric, and lemon juice.
   • Mix the fish with the marinade and set it aside for at least two hours to absorb the flavors.

2. Prepare the Rice:

   • Heat a small amount of vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and fish stock cubes, stirring until the onions turn golden.
   • Add the rice and pour in enough water to cover all the ingredients.
   • Add the ginger, saffron, salt, cardamom, cinnamon sticks, and the remaining turmeric.
   • Cover the pot, lower the heat to simmer, and cook until the rice is fully done, then remove from heat.

3. Cook the Fish:

   • Heat oil in a separate pot over medium heat. Fry the marinated zubaidi fish until fully cooked and golden brown on both sides, then remove from heat.

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Transfer the cooked rice to a serving platter. Arrange the fried zubaidi fish on top of the rice.

Your Muttabaq Zubaidi Kuwaiti is now ready to be served hot. Enjoy this delightful and nutritious dish with your family or guests. Bon appétit!