Kabseh Spice

Kabseh Spice is a traditional Middle Eastern seasoning blend used to prepare Kabseh (or Kabsa), the well-known rice dish popular across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region. This blend brings together warm, aromatic spices that add depth, fragrance, and color to rice, meats, and stews. Kabseh Spice typically includes turmeric for its earthy flavor and golden color, coriander for light citrus notes, and black pepper for gentle heat. Black cardamom contributes a smoky, sweet aroma, while ginger adds warm spice. Fennel rounds out the blend with a mild, licorice-like sweetness that balances the overall profile. Commonly used to season rice pilafs, stews, roasted meats, and vegetables, Kabseh Spice works well as a dry rub, in marinades, or directly added to cooking liquid for fragrant Gulf-style rice dishes. Also known as: Kabsa Spice, كبسة, Middle Eastern Rice Spice, Arabic Rice Blend, Gulf Spice Mix