EGYPTIAN RICE WITH VERMICELLI

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In Arabic, this is called roz bil sha'areyyah. Tasty and rich, would be great with a simple lamb or chicken dish. This is my adaptation of a Claudia Roden recipe.

Provided by Sass Smith

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup dry vermicelli
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup long-grain rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 1/4 cups boiling chicken stock

Steps:

  • Break the vermicelli into 1-inch pieces (or use an Arab or Indian brand that is already broken up).
  • In a wide non-stick skillet, saute onion in oil till translucent, and remove from pan.
  • Saute vermicelli pieces in leftover oil till golden (this happens mroe quickly than you expect it to).
  • Add onions back to pan and add rice; stir to combine.
  • Pour in boiling stock, stir.
  • Cook over very low heat for about 20 minutes.
  • This time will vary depending on the age and type of rice you use.
  • If desired, stir in a pat of butter before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.3, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 261.6, Carbohydrate 58.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4, Protein 9.2

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