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

Menemen 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

  • • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • • 2 tbsp butter
  • • 1 onion, diced
  • • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • • 1 green pepper, diced
  • • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • • 3 cups hot chicken stock
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Melt the butter and cook the onion and green pepper until soft.

2
Phase 2

Add the tomatoes and paprika and cook until jammy, about 5 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Stir in the rinsed rice and toss 2 minutes until translucent.

4
Phase 4

Add the hot stock and salt, cover, and cook on the lowest heat 18 minutes.

5
Phase 5

Rest 10 minutes and fluff with a fork before serving.