Savory Turkish Pilaf Recipe

Name: Savory Turkish Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 lb boneless lamb, cut in julienne strips; 3 medium onions, chopped; 1/4 cup walnut pieces; 2 cups uncooked rice; 1 large tomatoes, fresh or 1 large canned tomato, peeled,seeded & chopped; 1/4 cup raisins; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon sage; 1/4 teaspoon allspice; 4 cups boiling beef bouillon or 4 cups water; 1 teaspoon chopped parsley or 1 teaspoon mint (optional)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter
1/2 lb boneless lamb, cut in julienne strips
3 medium onions, chopped
1/4 cup walnut pieces
2 cups uncooked rice
1 large tomatoes, fresh or 1 large canned tomato, peeled,seeded & chopped
1/4 cup raisins
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/4 teaspoon allspice
4 cups boiling beef bouillon or 4 cups water
1 teaspoon chopped parsley or 1 teaspoon mint (optional)

1
Heat the butter over medium heat and saute the lamb until brown.
2
Remove the meat from pan and keep hot.
3
In the same butter, cook the onion until it is soft but not brown.
4
Add the nuts and rice and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
5
Add the tomato through the bouillon; the dish will sizzle.
6
Stir and cover tightly.
7
Reduce heat to the lowest possible heat and cook until the rice is tender and all the liquid absorbed (20-30 minutes).
8
Return the lamb to the rice and heat thoroughly.
9
Let stand, covered, in a warm place 15 minutes without cooking.
10
Sprinkle on parsley or mint.

1329

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 lb boneless lamb, cut in julienne strips, 3 medium onions, chopped, 1/4 cup walnut pieces, and more.

Yes, Savory Turkish Pilaf falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Savory Turkish Pilaf

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