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Spiced basmati rice dish with meat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Meat basmati kabsa rice (220 g) has 400 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.5 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 14.1 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
400
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
51.5g
· 19% DV
Protein
15.6g
· 31% DV
Fat
14.1g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 16% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.1 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.18 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 616 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.5 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 33 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 455 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 637 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Meat basmati kabsa rice is a Gulf Arabian rice dish cooked with spiced meat and its broth. The basmati rice absorbs the broth’s aroma, and the finished dish is commonly served on a large platter with the meat on top.
Meat basmati kabsa rice tastes savory and fragrant, with warm spices and a rich meat-broth flavor. Some versions include dried black lime, which adds a distinctive tangy, citrus-like note rather than making the dish sharply hot.
Meat basmati kabsa rice often uses cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and bay leaf. Dried black lime is a characteristic addition in many Gulf recipes; the exact spice blend varies by household and region.
Meat basmati kabsa rice is commonly made with either lamb or chicken. Lamb gives the broth a richer flavor, while chicken cooks faster; some recipes use beef. Choose a cut that stays tender during the dish’s simmering time.
To keep the grains separate in meat basmati kabsa rice, rinse the basmati until the water runs clearer, drain it well, and avoid stirring repeatedly while it cooks. Too much broth can also make the rice sticky, so use the recipe’s liquid ratio.
Yes, meat basmati kabsa rice can be finished in a rice cooker, but cook the meat and spices separately first. Add the cooked meat broth and rinsed rice to the cooker using its appropriate liquid level, then serve the meat over the rice.
Meat basmati kabsa rice is typically cooked with spiced meat broth so the rice takes on the broth’s flavor. Biryani more often layers partially cooked rice with marinated meat and finishes them together; its spice profile and preparation vary widely.
Meat basmati kabsa rice is usually aromatic rather than fiery. Its signature spices bring warmth and fragrance, while heat mainly comes from added chilli or a spicy sauce served alongside, so the level can be adjusted to taste.
Serve meat basmati kabsa rice with a crisp salad, plain yogurt, or a tomato-based hot sauce such as dakkous. These fresh or tangy sides complement the richly seasoned rice without competing with the meat.
Yes, leftover meat basmati kabsa rice can be frozen once it has cooled. Divide it into airtight portions and reheat it thoroughly after thawing; the basmati may be softer than when freshly cooked.
Vitamins
B12
1.14µg · 48% DV
B3
4.62mg · 29% DV
B6
0.35mg · 21% DV
B5
0.75mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.7mg · 30% DV
Zinc
3.08mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
189mg · 27% DV
Sodium
616mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
321mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Meat basmati kabsa rice is a Gulf-style one-pot dish, especially associated with Saudi Arabia and the wider Arabian Peninsula. It combines long-grain basmati rice with meat and a fragrant blend of spices; the rice cooks with the meat so it takes on its savoury flavour. Recipes vary by household and region, including the choice of meat and seasoning.
The rice is usually fluffy and aromatic, served hot with the meat as the centre of a shared meal. In its home region it may come to the table with salad, yoghurt or a spicy sauce; elsewhere, those are easy accompaniments too. At 182 calories per 100 g, it is a substantial rice-based dish with some protein. For a lighter plate, serve a moderate portion with plenty of salad rather than adding extra oil.
Medium
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Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.