Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Rice and Grains
Thareed 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
- • 700g lamb shoulder, cubed
- • 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
- • 2 dried limes (loomi), pierced
- • 1 onion, sliced
- • 2 tomatoes, chopped
- • 1 tsp ground turmeric
- • 1 tsp ground cumin
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 4 cups water
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Brown the lamb and onion in the ghee.
2
Phase 2
Add the turmeric and cumin and fry 1 minute, then add the tomatoes.
3
Phase 3
Add the water and dried limes and simmer covered for 1 hour.
4
Phase 4
Add the rice, cover, and steam on low for 25 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Remove the limes, rest 10 minutes, and fluff before serving.