A colorful Turkish pilaf of butter-toasted rice cooked with peas and carrot until fluffy. Enjoy it alone or beside meat or chicken; vegetarian and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice until the water runs clear and drain. Finely chop the onion and dice the carrot.
- 2
Heat the butter and sunflower oil in a wide pot; cook the onion over medium heat for 3 minutes, then add the carrot for 3 minutes more.
- 3
Add the frozen peas and stir for 2 minutes, then add the rice and toast for 3 minutes until the grains turn translucent.
- 4
Add the hot water and salt. Bring to a boil, cover and cook on the lowest heat for 15-17 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- 5
Remove from the heat, place a paper towel under the lid and let rest for 10 minutes; fluff gently before serving.
Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 380 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 63 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
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