Hamsat Rubyan bil Kizbara (Kuwaiti Sizzling Shrimp, Tomato, Garlic & Cilantro Skillet) – Authentic Kuwait Recipe
Quick, aromatic Kuwaiti skillet ("hamsa") searing shrimp with tomatoes, garlic, and lots of fresh cilantro.
- Country of Origin
- 🇰🇼 Kuwait (Middle East, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Peeled Gulf shrimp, Diced ripe tomatoes and green bell peppers, Warm khubz flatbread, Fresh cilantro, Loomi powder
Ingredients for Hamsat Rubyan bil Kizbara (Kuwaiti Sizzling Shrimp, Tomato, Garlic & Cilantro Skillet) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) peeled Gulf shrimp, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups diced ripe tomatoes and green bell peppers, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup warm khubz flatbread
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh cilantro
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Kuwait seasoning (loomi powder, curry-baharat spice, garlic, ginger)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and fresh cilantro for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add peeled Gulf shrimp and diced ripe tomatoes and green bell peppers along with loomi powder, curry-baharat spice, garlic, ginger, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with warm khubz flatbread and serve straight from the skillet.