Shrimp Kabsa

2 lbs uncooked shrimp
1 1/2 cups rice
1 large onion diced
1/4 of a bell pepper diced
3 cloves garlic
some oil to saute
1 and 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
spices:
1 dried lemon (loumi)
7 pods cardamom
small piece cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1 tablespoon mixed Arabian gulf spices
Arabian gulf spices is a mixture of (cumin, coriander,curry powder,cloves, turmeric)

How2:
Clean and allow rice to sit in the water before using.
In a pot add some oil, on med high heat add onions cook until its soft.
Once the onions are soft add the green peppers. you may lower heat slightly so it does not burn.
Cook until the onions become slightly golden in color and the green peppers are soft.
For a few mins set the pot aside add the spices,and garlic, mix well.
Add back to the heat and add the shrimp to the onions,peppers,spices. Mix well so it becomes coated well in the spices.
Sprinkle the first teaspoon of salt on top of the shrimp and vegetables.
Increase the heat to about med high and add the water to the pot bring to a good boil.
Add remaining 1 teaspoon of salt.
Strain rice add to boiling pot.allow it to boil then reduce heat and cover.
Cook about 20-25mins until the liquid is starting to dry off.
Once it does turn heat off keep covered on, Allow it to sit extra 10-15mins to allow the liquid to redistribute.
Serve with tahini sauce. or salad.