RICE PILAF WITH MEAT

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This Middle Eastern Pilaf is called Hashweh. It is great as a side dish as is or with some plain nonfat yoghurt on top of it. The toasted blanced almond give it a delicious flavor and crunh. Growing up I remember this stuffing being used oftentimes to stuff a chicken or cornish hen before baking.

Provided by Muna Escobar

Categories     Rice Sides

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1 1/2 lb ground beef or lamb
1/4 c butter
1 c slivered blanched almonds or pine nuts, toasted
2 Tbsp butter
2 c parboiled rice
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
3 1/2 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Lightly brown the blanced slivered almond or pine nuts in the 2 tbsp butter, on medium, until golden. Don't leave these unattended as they burn easily.
  • 2. In separate pan, brown meat in 1/4 cup butter.
  • 3. Add the salt & all spices. Stir for 2 minutes.
  • 4. Add the hot water.
  • 5. Bring to a boil, then down to a simmer.
  • 6. Cover & simmer over low for about 25 minutes or until water is abosorbed & rice is tender.
  • 7. Add the toasted pinenuts reserving a small amount for garnish.

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