Pilaf With Tomato Turkish-Style (Domatesli Pilav)

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   Drain the rice in a fine mesh strainer for 1 full minute under cold water. Set aside to drain. This is best done first thing in the early part of the day.

2. 2

   Grate the tomato into a glass measuring cup. I used a cheese grater and grated the toms down to their skin, then discarded.

3. 3

   Add enough water to the tomato to equal 2 cups.

4. 4

   Pour the mixture into a medium sized pot; add the butter and salt.

5. 5

   Bring to boil and stir in the rice.

6. 6

   Cover and cook on low heat. This will take about 15-20 minutes. If for some reason the rice starts to dry out, add about 1/4 cup more water and cook an additional 5-10 minutes.

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   Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with *fresh* parsley. This side dish works well and is a perfect accompaniment to a heavily seasoned/more intensely flavored main dish because the flavors won't compete.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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