Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Ghraybeh 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 cup brown or green lentils
- • 3/4 cup long-grain rice
- • 3 onions, thinly sliced
- • 1/4 cup olive oil
- • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- • 3 cups water
- • 1 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Simmer the lentils in plenty of water 20 minutes until just tender, then drain.
2
Phase 2
Fry two onions in the olive oil slowly until deep brown and crispy, then drain.
3
Phase 3
Fry the remaining onion in the same oil until golden.
4
Phase 4
Add the rinsed rice and the lentils with 3 cups water and the salt.
5
Phase 5
Cover and cook on low 20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
6
Phase 6
Rest 10 minutes, fluff, and bury the crispy onions over the top.