Monday, July 8, 2013

Nasi kebuli Arabian Culture


Nasi kebuli is an Indonesian style spicy steamed rice dish cooked in goat broth, milk and ghee and popular among Arab community in Indonesia and Betawi people in Jakarta. 


Nasi kebuli was influenced by Arab culture and its origin can be traced to Middle eastern cuisine, especially Yemeni Arabian influence, and also Indian cuisine influence. It is thought to be related or derived from biryani rice.

In Betawi culture nasi kebuli usually served during Islamic religious festivities, such as hari raya lebaran, kurban or maulid nabi (birthday of prophet Muhammad). Nasi kebuli also popular in cities with significant Arab descendants, such as Surabaya and Gresik.

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