From Colette Rossant's charming memoir of growing up in Egypt and France, "Apricots on the Nile." She writes that the soft portion of this rice is served in one dish and the crispy bottom pieces in another. Both parts are delicious.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rinse the rice under running water thoroughly and set aside in a colander to drain.
- Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan. When the oil is hot, add the rice and fry it until each grain is coated with oil.
- Add the water and salt to taste and stir.
- Cook, uncovered, over moderate heat until the water is absorbed.
- Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 30 minutes more.
- Spoon the top layer of rice into a bowl.
- Remove the browned layer with a spatula, break into pieces and serve alongside the rice.
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Bruce Smith
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Lenicia Dreyer
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also like to add some chopped vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and onion.
Miriam Njoki
[email protected]This recipe is a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll reduce the amount of salt next time.
thabiso hololo
[email protected]I love the way the vermicelli noodles soak up the sauce in this dish. It's so flavorful and delicious.
Terryanne Koae
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to introduce your family to Egyptian cuisine. It's a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that everyone will enjoy.
Mutoni Winnie
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love that it's a healthy and flavorful way to use up leftover rice.
Toheed Waheed
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your guests.
Queen Nique21
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The dish was still delicious without it.
kolawole wasiu alabi
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. I was able to make this dish with ingredients I already had on hand.
Sajjad__khan _Yousafzai
[email protected]I made this recipe for my Egyptian friend and she said it was the best Egyptian fried rice she's ever had. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!
Mz Mzkhan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have rice leftover from takeout and this is a great way to turn it into a new meal.
Sonny Wolfinheim
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cumin and coriander really shine through.
Lucía Rich
[email protected]This was my first time making Egyptian fried rice and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was delicious.
Azara Watkins
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to serve at a party or potluck.
Bagry Bagrry
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with less cayenne pepper next time.
Michele Warthen
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fried rice, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and the vermicelli noodles add a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Delyan Damyanov
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! They loved the unique flavor of the Egyptian spices.
Stacie Gordon
[email protected]This is my new favorite fried rice recipe! It's so flavorful and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Ms Ruksana
[email protected]Egyptian fried rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. I love the addition of vermicelli noodles, which give the rice a nice chewy texture.