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Hamam Mahshi (Stuffed Pigeon)

Hamam Mahshi (Stuffed Pigeon)

Egypt

130Minutes
HardLevel
4Serves
8Steps
About

A prized Egyptian delicacy of pigeon stuffed with spiced freekeh or rice, simmered until tender then browned, a special-occasion dish across Cairo and the Delta.

Equipment
  • Bowl
  • Large pot
  • Oven tray or grill
  • Spoon
Ingredients
Pigeons (or poussins), cleaned4
Freekeh or short-grain rice1½ cups
Onion, finely chopped1
Pigeon giblets, chopped (optional)from the birds
Ground cardamom, cinnamon and cumin1 tsp each
Butter or ghee4 tbsp
Onion, bay, cardamom (for broth)1 set
Salt and black pepperto taste

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