Riz Bil Kousa Wa Keshk

Riz Bil Kousa Wa Keshk is a delightful Lebanese rice dish featuring tender zucchini and a creamy keshk (fermented yogurt) sauce, creating a harmony of flavors. This gluten-free meal is not only comforting but also packed with nutrition.

Ingredients

• Long-grain rice - 1 cup
• Zucchini - 2 medium, diced
• Keshk (fermented yogurt) - 200 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 20 minutes before draining.
2. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced zucchini to the pot, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the zucchini is slightly softened.
4. Stir in the drained rice, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon, mixing well to coat the rice with the oil and spices.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the keshk with a little water to achieve a pourable consistency.
7. Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it on plates, drizzling the keshk sauce over the top and garnishing with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini, promoting good health.
• High in fiber, aiding in digestion and maintaining a healthy gut.

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