Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Moussaka 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
- • 2 cups long-grain rice
- • 2 aubergines, diced
- • 3 tbsp olive oil
- • 1 onion, diced
- • 2 tomatoes, grated
- • 1 tbsp tomato paste
- • 3 cups hot chicken stock
- • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Fry the aubergine cubes in the oil until golden; drain on paper.
2
Phase 2
Cook the onion until soft, then add the tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
3
Phase 3
Stir in the rinsed rice and the grated tomatoes; toss 2 minutes.
4
Phase 4
Add the hot stock, cover, and cook on the lowest heat 18 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Rest 10 minutes, then fold in the aubergine and parsley and serve.