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

Manakish Spiced Rice / Pilaf

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

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 long-grain rice
  • • 1/2 cup broken vermicelli
  • • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • • 2 tbsp za'atar
  • • 1 onion, diced
  • • 3 cups chicken stock
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 2 tbsp pine nuts

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Fry the vermicelli in the oil, stirring, until deep golden.

2
Phase 2

Add the onion and cook until translucent, then stir in the za'atar for 30 seconds.

3
Phase 3

Add the rinsed rice and stir 2 minutes until glossy.

4
Phase 4

Pour in the stock and salt, bring to a boil, then cover on the lowest heat 18 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Rest 10 minutes, fluff, and top with toasted pine nuts.