Oozy (Palestinian, Middle Eastern)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 14
Try this delicious Oozy Palestinian and Middle Eastern recipe for your meal today
in Meal

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 chicken , cut up
chicken stock , enough to cover the chicken
1 large onion , diced
1 tablespoon Arabic seven spice
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon cardamom powder
1 tablespoon turmeric powder
1 1/4 cups frozen peas
1 1/4 cups carrots ( frozen or fresh , diced small )
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 cups long grain rice
1/4 cup almonds
1/4 cup pine nuts
parsley , for garnish
seasoned salt
1/2 of a lemon
salt
1 teaspoon Arabic seven spice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
600
Sugar
5g
Fat
23g
Oozy is a popular Palestinian and Middle Eastern dish that is a staple at family gatherings and special occasions. It is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to please any palette. The dish is named after the Arabic word 'ooz', which means stuffing, and it is traditionally made by stuffing rice, meat, and nuts into a whole chicken. However, this recipe calls for cut-up chicken pieces and is baked in a dish along with rice, ground beef, and vegetables to create a hearty and flavorful meal that can feed a crowd.

Instructions

1.Heat a pot of chicken stock and add diced onions, Arabic seven spice, cumin, cardamom powder, and turmeric powder. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
2.Add the chicken to the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes.
3.While the chicken is cooking, sauté the ground beef in a frying pan until browned.
4.Add the frozen peas and diced carrots to the pot with the chicken and let it cook for another 10-15 minutes.
5.Place the sautéed beef in a baking dish and sprinkle the almonds and pine nuts on top.
6.Mix in 1 teaspoon Arabic seven spice and seasoned salt to the rice. Add the rice to the baking dish, nestling it around the beef and nut mixture.
7.Pour some chicken stock into the baking dish until it covers the ingredients.
8.Cover the baking dish and bake in preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes. Remove the cover and let it cook for an additional 15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the dish is golden brown.

PROS

Oozy is a hearty and savory Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for any occasion.

It is a one-pot meal that is easy to make and requires minimal effort.

CONS

While Oozy is delicious, it does take some time to prepare and cook.

Also, it is a relatively high-calorie dish due to its use of chicken and ground beef.
It should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oozy has numerous health benefits due to its use of chicken and vegetables.
Chicken is an excellent source of protein that helps in building muscles and promoting healthy skin, while vegetables such as carrots and peas provide essential nutrients such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support a healthy immune system and digestive system.

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