Bekaa Valley Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base
Spiced Meat Mixture
Toppings
Method
Cooking the Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium pot, combine the rinsed rice, 3 cups of water, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
Preparing the Spiced Meat Mixture
- 3
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 4
Cook the Meat
Add the ground lamb or beef to the skillet. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- 5
Assembling and Serving
- 6
- 7
Combine and Plate
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and place it on a serving platter. Top with the spiced meat mixture, toasted pine nuts, and chopped parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
