Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Baba Ganoush Spiced Rice / Pilaf
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 1 1/2 cups baldo or basmati rice
- • 2 small aubergines, diced
- • 1 onion, chopped
- • 4 tbsp olive oil
- • 2 tbsp butter
- • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
- • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Salt the aubergine cubes and drain 20 minutes, then pat dry.
2
Phase 2
Fry the aubergine in olive oil until golden and remove to a plate.
3
Phase 3
Cook the onion in the butter until translucent in the same pot.
4
Phase 4
Add the rinsed rice and stir 2 minutes until the grains turn pearly.
5
Phase 5
Pour in the stock, season, cover, and steam 15 minutes on low.
6
Phase 6
Fold the aubergine through the rested rice and garnish with parsley.