Riz Ma' Kousa Wa Fawda Wa Kousa Mahshi

Riz Ma' Kousa Wa Fawda Wa Kousa Mahshi is a delicious Lebanese rice dish featuring stuffed zucchini and flavorful rice, perfect for a comforting meal. This dish harmonizes the freshness of vegetables with aromatic spices, creating a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients

• Long grain rice - 150 grams
• Zucchini - 2 medium-sized
• Ground beef - 150 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Pine nuts - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Allspice - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 400 ml
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Begin by washing the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. While the rice is soaking, prepare the zucchini by slicing off the tops and carefully hollowing them out using a small spoon or a corer, ensuring not to break the skin.
3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, then add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced tomato, parsley, allspice, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 3 minutes.
6. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the soaked and drained rice along with the pine nuts. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Stuff the hollowed zucchinis with the rice and meat mixture, pressing down slightly to pack it in.
8. In a large pot, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, then place the stuffed zucchinis upright in the pot.
9. Pour the vegetable broth over the zucchinis, cover, and simmer on low heat for 30-35 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender and the rice is cooked through.
10. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving, and enjoy your delicious Riz Ma' Kousa Wa Fawda Wa Kousa Mahshi!

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the ground beef, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and parsley, promoting overall wellness.

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