Riz Ma' Kousa Mahshi

Riz Ma' Kousa Mahshi is a delightful Lebanese dish featuring spiced rice stuffed into tender zucchini, cooked to perfection in a savory tomato sauce. This comforting meal is both flavorful and satisfying, making it a perfect choice for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Long-grain rice - 100 grams
• Ground beef - 150 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 500 ml
• Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced

Steps

1. Prepare the zucchini by cutting off the tops and hollowing them out using a corer or a small spoon. Set aside.
2. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the rice, parsley, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly for 2-3 minutes.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool slightly before stuffing it into the hollowed zucchini.
6. In a large pot, add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, then pour in the water and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
7. Carefully place the stuffed zucchini into the pot with the tomato sauce, cover, and let it cook for about 30-35 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender.
8. Serve hot, drizzled with some of the cooking sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Zucchini is low in calories and high in water, making it great for hydration and weight management.
• The combination of ground beef and rice provides a good balance of protein and carbohydrates for energy.

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