Falafel Spiced Rice / Pilaf
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains

Falafel Spiced Rice / Pilaf

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • • 2 cups cooked chickpeas
  • • 1 onion, diced
  • • 3 tbsp ghee
  • • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • • 3 cups chicken stock
  • • 1 lemon, juiced

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Melt the ghee and cook the onion until soft and golden.

2
Phase 2

Add the cumin, coriander, and chili flakes and fry until fragrant.

3
Phase 3

Stir in the chickpeas and coat in the spices for 2 minutes.

4
Phase 4

Add the rinsed rice and stock, season, cover, and cook on low 18 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Rest 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

6
Phase 6

Shower with parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.