LEBANESE RESTAURANT RICE PILAF
Took me three tries but I finally nailed a restaurant style Lebanese rice pilaf. Nothing I tried online came close to this and I guess the secret is the right kind of rice, the right rice/water ratio and of course, plenty of butter and oil! Find yourself a good Lebanese yogurt marinade, grill some meats, and get a hold of some hummus. If you're from Southeast Michigan or anywhere else with a large Middle Eastern population, you will feel like you're eating at your favorite place! Trust me.
Provided by NELLYDESIGN
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Soak rice in a bowl of water for 10 minutes; drain and rinse until the water runs clear.
- Heat 1/4 cup butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil together in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir orzo until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add drained rice and increase heat to medium-high. Cook and stir orzo-rice mixture until rice is coated in butter-oil mixture and starts to turn translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Pour water over rice mixture and season with salt; stir and bring to a boil. Cover skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is fluffy and tender yet firm, about 20 minutes.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; cook and stir almonds until toasted and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add remaining butter and stir in tahini until almonds are evenly coated. Mix almond mixture into rice mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 641.1 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Amir Nawaz
[email protected]This rice pilaf recipe looks easy to follow. I think I'll try it this weekend.
Sami Ullah
[email protected]I'm not sure if I'll like this rice pilaf. I'm not a big fan of vermicelli noodles.
Manuel Chambers
[email protected]This rice pilaf recipe sounds interesting. I've never had Lebanese rice pilaf before.
Dananjana Dananjana
[email protected]I'm looking forward to trying this Lebanese rice pilaf recipe. It looks delicious!
Ami Abu
[email protected]This rice pilaf is a great side dish for any meal. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
MD Faysal Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my rice pilaf turned out terrible. The rice was undercooked and the vermicelli noodles were hard. I will not be making this recipe again.
Main Alia
[email protected]This rice pilaf was a disappointment. The rice was mushy and the vermicelli noodles were soggy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
ibrahim ahmad
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe is a game-changer! The vermicelli noodles add a nice touch of texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Themba Joseph Mafulela
[email protected]This rice pilaf is easy to make and so delicious! I love the combination of rice and vermicelli noodles. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.
PUBG MOBİLE
[email protected]This is the best rice pilaf I've ever had! It's so flavorful and the vermicelli noodles are a great touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Prosper Godspower
[email protected]This rice pilaf is delicious! The flavors are amazing and the rice is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the vermicelli noodles. They add a nice crunch and texture.
Hala Orjani
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong with my Lebanese rice pilaf. The rice was mushy and the vermicelli noodles were soggy. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Shakeel Ahmed Shakeel Ahmed
[email protected]The Lebanese rice pilaf was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices or herbs. However, the rice was cooked perfectly and the vermicelli noodles were a nice addition.
Izzy Mattroun
[email protected]This Lebanese rice pilaf was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. It was the perfect side dish to our grilled chicken. Will definitely be making this again soon.
Gopal Nepali
[email protected]This rice pilaf turned out amazing! The flavors were spot-on, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I especially enjoyed the addition of the vermicelli noodles. They added a nice touch of texture and flavor.
Bappe Hossain
[email protected]I love how easy this Lebanese rice pilaf is to make. It's a great weeknight meal that can be paired with a variety of dishes. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the vermicelli noodles add a nice crunch. Highly recommend!
Bhuv Rathod
[email protected]This Lebanese rice pilaf is a delightful and flavorful side dish. The combination of vermicelli noodles, rice, and spices creates a unique and satisfying texture and taste. I will definitely be making this again!