Mixed Meat Pilaf

Name: Mixed Meat Pilaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 tbsp vegetable oil'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 onion, finely chopped'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1/2 tsp cumin seeds'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1/2 tsp coriander seeds'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '1/2 tsp dried thyme'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '225g basmati rice'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '500ml chicken stock'}; {'group': 'Main', 'item': '150g shredded cold meat'}; {'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': 'Salt and pepper, to taste'}; {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2-3 tbsp toasted pine nuts or flaked almonds'}; {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)'}; {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander (optional)'}; {'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2-3 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)'}

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Discover the rich flavors of Mixed Meat Pilaf, a delicious one-pot dish that combines tender meat and fragrant spices. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for any occasion!

775 kcal /serving 25 mins Serves 2 Easy Middle Eastern

Ingredients

Metric Imperial

{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 tbsp vegetable oil'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1 onion, finely chopped'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1/2 tsp cumin seeds'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1/2 tsp coriander seeds'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '1/2 tsp dried thyme'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '225g basmati rice'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '500ml chicken stock'}
{'group': 'Main', 'item': '150g shredded cold meat'}
{'group': 'Seasoning', 'item': 'Salt and pepper, to taste'}
{'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2-3 tbsp toasted pine nuts or flaked almonds'}
{'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)'}
{'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander (optional)'}
{'group': 'Garnish', 'item': '2-3 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)'}

Preparation

Finely chop the onion and measure out the spices and rice.
Prepare the chicken stock if using concentrate or cubes.

Cooking

Heat the vegetable oil in a heavy-based saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and dried thyme, cooking for another 5 minutes until the onion is fully softened and fragrant.
Add the basmati rice, stirring to coat it in the spiced onion mixture until glossy.
Pour in the hot chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting.
Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in the shredded meat, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the meat is heated through and the rice is tender.

Plating & Serving

Fluff the pilaf with a fork and mix in most of the pine nuts, parsley, coriander, and pomegranate seeds.
Serve in bowls, garnished with the remaining nuts and herbs.

Notes

This dish is versatile and can be made with any leftover meats you have on hand. Adjust the cooking time if using a rice blend.

Suggested Sides

yogurt flatbread

Nutrition per Serving

775 Calories

33.3g Protein 28% DV

110.0g Carbs 38% DV

22.1g Fat 28% DV

4.0g Fiber 11% DV

9.1g Sugars

725mg Sodium 48% DV

55mg Cholesterol 16% DV

Diet Type	Balanced
Health Labels	Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Gluten Free Wheat Free Egg Free Milk Free Peanut Free Soy Free Fish Free Shellfish Free Pork Free Crustacean Free Celery Free Mustard Free Sesame Free Lupine Free Mollusk Free Alcohol Free No Sugar Added Sulphite Free Kosher
Allergen Info	Fodmap