Turkish Rice-A-Roni

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2
Turkish Rice-A-Roni recipe with dried apricots and slivered almonds
in Ricees

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter ( NOT margarine )
1 cup long grain basmati rice
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta ( or 1/2 cup uncooked spaghetti or spaghettini )
1/2 cup leeks , thinly sliced or 1/2 cup yellow onion , diced small
1 cinnamon stick
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 medium tomatoes , chopped small
3 cups vegetable broth or 3 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter ( NOT margarine )
2 tablespoons slivered almonds or 2 tablespoons pistachios
3 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons dried apricots , cut up into small pieces
2 tablespoons fresh parsley , minced
1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves , minced
salt , to taste
fresh cracked black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
416
Sugar
12g
Fat
17g
Turkish Rice-A-Roni is a delicious take on the American classic that blends the traditional flavors of Turkey with everyday ingredients like rice and pasta. The cinnamon and allspice in this recipe give the dish a warm, comforting flavor, while the slivered almonds and fruit make it a sweet and complex dish. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a flavorful and filling meal that the whole family will love.

Instructions

1.Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large frying pan over medium heat and add long grain basmati rice and orzo pasta.
2.Cook, stirring constantly, until the rice and pasta have browned lightly, approximately 10 minutes.
3.Add thinly sliced leeks or yellow onions, cinnamon stick, ground allspice, and chopped tomatoes, and stir to combine all ingredients.
4.Pour in vegetable or chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
5.Reduce the heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes.
6.Remove from heat and let stand for 5-7 minutes.
7.In a separate pan, toast slivered almonds or pistachios for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until lightly browned.
8.Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the frying pan, and when melted, add raisins and cut-up dried apricots and cook for 3-4 minutes.
9.Fluff the cooked rice mixture with a fork and stir in the sauteed nut and fruit mixture.
10.Garnish with minced parsley and mint.

PROS

This dish’s combination of spices and sweet and nutty flavors make it a complex, flavorful delight.

Turkish Rice-A-Roni is a customizable recipe and can be served with any protein or vegetable of your choice.

CONS

This dish may take longer to make than other rice recipes, and the inclusion of nuts and dried fruit may not be to everyone’s taste.

It is also important to ensure that you use pure butter, not margarine, as it is traditional to Turkish cuisine.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This rice dish is rich in carbohydrates and protein, making it an excellent option for a filling meal.
Basmati rice also contains a range of B vitamins and essential minerals like magnesium and potassium, which help support healthy brain function and digestion.
The inclusion of nuts and raisins in this recipe can help boost your immune system and promote healthy digestion.

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