PILAF WITH MEAT

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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 side-dish or 2 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter or extra virgin olive oil
1/2 pound ground meat (lamb, pork, turkey, chicken, beef or a combination)
Salt and pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
3 bay leaves
1 cup white rice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups chicken, beef or vegetable stock
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place 1 tablespoon butter or oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Crumble meat and add it to pan, along with a large pinch of salt; cook, stirring occasionally to break up lumps, until meat loses its color. Remove with a slotted spoon.
  • Add remaining butter or oil to skillet, followed by onion and a little more salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion turns translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add bay leaves and rice, and cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is glossy and begins to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Return meat to pan, stir mixture and sprinkle with salt, pepper and cinnamon.
  • Add stock and stir. Raise heat, and bring mixture to a boil; cook for a minute or two, then reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook about 15 minutes, or until most of the liquid is absorbed. Turn heat to absolute minimum, and cook another 15 to 30 minutes; if you have an electric stove, turn heat off and let pan sit on burner for same amount of time. Stir in parsley and lemon juice, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 431, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 571 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Kisan Adhikari
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I'm a big fan of pilaf, and this recipe didn't disappoint! The pilaf was flavorful and aromatic, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.


Haider Abbas
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I had some leftover lamb, so I decided to try this recipe. It was a great way to use up the leftovers, and the pilaf was delicious! The lamb was tender and juicy, and the rice was perfectly cooked.


Johannes Mavhungqu
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I tried this recipe for my family, and they absolutely loved it! It was easy to make, and the pilaf turned out flavorful and aromatic. Definitely a new favorite!


Kirumira Moureen
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The pilaf was delightful! The rice was fluffy, and the meat was succulent. I highly recommend this recipe!


Lauren Hunter
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Thank you for sharing this amazing pilaf recipe! I made it for dinner last night, and it was a hit with my guests.


Azan Asad
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This is the best pilaf recipe I've ever tried. My friends and family loved it!


Mr Foisal
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The pilaf was delicious, and the cooking instructions were easy to follow. A must-try!


Adnan Iqbal
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be adding it to my monthly rotation. It's a great balance of flavors and textures.


Thandeka Emmie
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I've made a lot of pilaf dishes before, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spices and the tender meat made it a real treat.


Rako Bio
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I rate this recipe 10/10! The pilaf came out so delicious that my family couldn't stop devouring it. The aroma was mouthwatering, and the taste was even better. Highly recommended!


Emmanuel Edet
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This was my first time making pilaf, and I must say, I am pleasantly surprised! The rice turned out fluffy and flavorful, and the meat was perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again!


Hâdïúdjämåñ Hâdïd
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Fantastic pilaf! I was looking for a new recipe, and this Pilaf with Meat totally lived up to my expectations. The flavors were amazing, and the cooking process was relatively easy to follow.