Riz Bi Fattah

Riz Bi Fattah is a delightful Lebanese rice dish featuring layers of fragrant rice topped with tender, spiced meat and a tangy garlic yogurt sauce. This gluten-free dish is perfect for a comforting meal, combining rich flavors with a satisfying texture.

Ingredients

• Long-grain rice - 150 grams
• Ground lamb - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Yogurt - 150 grams, plain and unsweetened
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped

Steps

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a medium pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
3. Add the ground lamb to the pot, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Stir in the minced garlic, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot with the lamb. Stir to combine and toast the rice for 2 minutes.
5. Add 300 ml of water to the pot, bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the water.
6. While the rice is cooking, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by combining the yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a bowl. Mix well and season with salt to taste.
7. Once the rice is done, remove it from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
8. To serve, place a generous portion of the rice on each plate, top with the spiced lamb mixture, and drizzle with the garlic yogurt sauce. Garnish with toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 600
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the lamb and yogurt, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and tahini, promoting heart health.

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