Toasted Rice For Fish Egyptian Recipe

Experience the authentic flavors of Egypt with this aromatic toasted rice, the perfect accompaniment to any fish dish! This recipe creates a deliciously nutty and subtly spiced rice that's a staple in Egyptian cuisine. Easy to follow instructions will guide you to perfectly toasted rice in just 30 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 611 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 3.5 (2 Reviews)
Toasted Rice For Fish Egyptian

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Toasted Rice For Fish Egyptian

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How to Make Toasted Rice For Fish Egyptian

  1. Heat the 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the 1 medium finely chopped onion and stir for 1 minute until softened and coated with oil.
  3. Add the 1 cup of rinsed long-grain rice and stir constantly until it becomes light golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon ground coriander, ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, a pinch of salt and pepper. Toast for another minute.
  5. Pour in 1 ¾ cups of water, bring to a boil, then immediately reduce heat to low, cover the pan tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  6. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving. Enjoy with your favorite fish dish!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

18g

Carbs

27g