Best 3 Egyptian Rice For Fish Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Egypt and discover the tantalizing flavors of "Egyptian Rice for Fish". This traditional dish, a symphony of aromatic spices, tender fish, and fluffy rice, will transport you to the vibrant streets of Cairo and the picturesque banks of the Nile. Prepare to indulge in a feast for the senses as we unravel the secrets behind this iconic Egyptian delicacy.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
EGYPTIAN SAYYADIAH - FISH WITH RICE
I have not as yet tried this. I'm posting it for Zaar World Tour III. I'm not counting the time for cleaning the fish as most of us buy them pre-cleaned.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Egyptian
Time 1h8m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Scale and gut the fish and leave the heads on. ( well, you don't have to if you don't want to).
- Rinse and wipe dry.
- Rub surfaces and cavities with lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Cover and leave aside for 30-45 minutes. Prepare the garlic and mix with the cumin.
- Gently fry the onions in oil in a deep pan for 15-20 minutes until very soft and golden.
- Wash rice, drain and add to onions.
- Stir over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, then add the hot water.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover pan and cook gently for 20 minutes.
- Make 3-4 deep slits on each side of the fish and fill slits with garlic-cumin mixture.
- Coat fish with flour and shallow fry in hot oil until golden brown and cooked.
- Remove fish and keep it hot.
- Add about 2 tablespoons of the oil in which the fish was cooked to the cooked rice. Stir through with a fork, cover pan and leave rice for 5 minutes.
- Pile rice on a platter, arrange fish on top and garnish with lemon wedges and parsley sprigs.
EGYPTIAN RICE FOR FISH
This is a must have dish cooked in egypt with any kind of fish very easy and tasty and you have a choice of adding tiny pieces of shrimp to it or cumin or even raisins
Provided by EasyRecipe-Chef
Categories White Rice
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- cook onion in the oil till it is dark brown but not burned (very important not to burn the onions).
- add the rice stir and the water and salt (as i said you could put a small spoon of cumin or a handful of raisins or prawns).
- boil then put on very low heat till the rice is cooked.
THE PERFECT EGYPTIAN RICE WITH VERMICELLI
Egyptian rice is a very short grain rice, grown in Egypt. It is not cooked the same way as medium or long grain rice. When cooked, it is supposed to have a fluffy texture, not at all sticky.
Provided by Gamila Salem
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 36m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add vermicelli; cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Pour in rice and salt; stir until coated with oil.
- Reduce heat to low. Cook the rice mixture, stirring constantly, until rice turns pasty white, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Stir water into the rice mixture. Cover; cook until most of the water is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Turn off heat; let sit until remaining water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.7 calories, Carbohydrate 59.1 g, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 57.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
Tips:
- To achieve the perfect texture for your Egyptian rice, use long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice.
- Be sure to soak the rice for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- When cooking the rice, use a 1:2 ratio of rice to water. This will ensure that the rice is cooked through without becoming too dry or too wet.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains. This will help to create a light and airy texture.
- For added flavor, try adding spices, herbs, or vegetables to the rice while it is cooking. Some popular options include cumin, coriander, garlic, onion, and bell pepper.
Conclusion:
Egyptian rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or a weeknight meal, these tips will help you create the perfect Egyptian rice every time.
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