rice kofta (egyptian meal) Recipe

Name: rice kofta (egyptian meal)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg minced meat; 1 large onion; 1 cup rice; 1/2 cup chopped dill; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 1/2 cup chopped parsley; 4 clove garlic; 1 tsp cumen; 1 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp salt; 1 tsp dry coriander; 1 tsp all spices; 1/2 cup tomato paste; 1 cup tomato juice; 1 broth cube; 1/2 cup vege oil; 1 salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 kg minced meat
1 large onion
1 cup rice
1/2 cup chopped dill
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup chopped parsley
4 clove garlic
1 tsp cumen
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp salt
1 tsp dry coriander
1 tsp all spices
1/2 cup tomato paste
1 cup tomato juice
1 broth cube
1/2 cup vege oil
1 salt and pepper

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In the food processor, blend all ingredients together , until obatining a soft mixture .
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Make koftas ( fingers ) from this mixture and fry in hot oil until it become dark brown .
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Set aside, and let's prepare the sauce .
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In a deep sauce pan , heat the oil... Add the garlic when it goes brown put tomato paste .
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stir for some minutes .
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Add one cup of water , broth cube , and seasonnigs with salt, pepper .
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Let cook for 25 minutes .served with( rice with vermicelli)

490

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 kg minced meat, 1 large onion, 1 cup rice, 1/2 cup chopped dill, and more.

Yes, rice kofta (egyptian meal) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

rice kofta (egyptian meal)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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