Riz Bil Qamar

Riz Bil Qamar is a delightful Lebanese rice dish that features fragrant rice cooked in a savory broth and topped with toasted nuts. This dairy-free version is both aromatic and satisfying, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Long-grain rice - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cinnamon stick - 1
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Toasted pine nuts - 2 tablespoons
• Toasted slivered almonds - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the rinsed rice and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to coat the rice with oil and toast it slightly.
5. Add the water, cinnamon stick, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Bring to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.
7. While the rice is cooking, in a small skillet, toast the pine nuts and slivered almonds over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
8. Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, discarding the cinnamon stick and bay leaf.
9. Serve the rice topped with the toasted nuts and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates, providing energy for daily activities.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, beneficial for heart health.

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