Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Maamoul 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
- • 1/2 cup short-grain white rice
- • 4 cups whole milk
- • 1/2 cup sugar
- • 1 tbsp orange blossom water
- • 2 tbsp crushed pistachios
- • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- • 1/4 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rinse the rice and soak in cold water 20 minutes; drain.
2
Phase 2
Cook the rice with 1 cup water 10 minutes until the water is absorbed.
3
Phase 3
Add the milk, sugar, and salt; simmer half-covered on low 40 minutes, stirring often.
4
Phase 4
Stir in the orange blossom water and spoon into serving bowls.
5
Phase 5
Refrigerate 3 hours, then dust with cinnamon and top with pistachios.