Riyadh Rice - Middle Eastern Favourite! Recipe

Name: Riyadh Rice - Middle Eastern Favourite!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean meat, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 3 cups basmati rice, soaked in water for 15 minutes, then drained (or long grain rice); 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup raisins; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon ground cardamom; 1 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; 1/4 cup toasted almond

Servings: persons

1 lb lean meat, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
3 cups basmati rice, soaked in water for 15 minutes, then drained (or long grain rice)
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup raisins
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cardamom
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup toasted almond

1
Brown meat,on all sides in 1 tbsp butter.
2
Add seasoning to meat and stir. Pour three cups boiling water over the meat. Cover and let cook for one hour on a medium high heat, 'til the meat is done. Measure the broth left in a measuring cup. Add enough water to make up 3 cups of liquid.
3
Stir onions and garlic with 1/2 tablespoon hot melted butter, till slightly brown.
4
Add the meat and the liquid to the onion mixture. Stir tomato paste over. Bring to boil then add the rice and raisins.
5
Cover the pan and reduce heat to low. Let cook for 30 minutes. Open the pan and stir just the top layer. See if rice is cooked. You may need to cook, covered, a few minutes longer.
6
Serve rice and garnish with the meat and nuts.
7
Serve with plain Yogurt and mixed green salad.

809

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean meat, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, 3 cups basmati rice, soaked in water for 15 minutes, then drained (or long grain rice), 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Riyadh Rice - Middle Eastern Favourite! 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.

Riyadh Rice - Middle Eastern Favourite!

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions