Riz Bi Kharouf W Fawda

Riz Bi Kharouf W Fawda is a traditional Lebanese rice dish featuring tender lamb and aromatic spices, creating a comforting and flavorful meal. The dish is naturally gluten-free and pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or yogurt.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Lamb shoulder, cut into cubes - 300 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic cloves, minced - 2
• Cinnamon stick - 1
• Allspice berries - 5
• Cardamom pods - 3
• Bay leaf - 1
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the lamb cubes to the pot and brown on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.
5. Stir in the cinnamon stick, allspice berries, cardamom pods, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper, and mix well.
6. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes until the lamb is tender.
7. After 30 minutes, remove the lamb pieces and set aside. Strain the broth, discarding the spices, and return the strained broth to the pot.
8. Add the soaked and drained rice to the pot with the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until the rice is fluffy and all the liquid is absorbed.
9. Once done, fluff the rice with a fork and gently fold in the lamb pieces. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 560
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the lamb, supporting muscle health.
• Contains aromatic spices which may have anti-inflammatory properties.

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