Rice with Onion Mashkoul
Elevate your weeknight dinners with the irresistibly aromatic "Rice with Onion Mashkoul," a Middle Eastern-inspired dish that combines fluffy Basmati rice with rich, golden caramelized onions and a medley of warm spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper. This recipe brings a perfect balance of savory and subtly sweet flavors, enhanced by the luxurious touch of butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. With its fragrant, spiced onion base and a garnish of crispy caramelized onions, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect as a hearty side or a standalone vegetarian meal, this 50-minute recipe is simple to prepare yet packed with bold flavor—ideal for making your kitchen smell heavenly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Basmati rice
- 3 cups Water
- 3 large Onions
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak the rice in water for 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the onions into half-moons.
Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until they are deep golden brown and caramelized. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Once the onions are caramelized, remove half of them from the skillet and set them aside for later garnish.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet with the remaining onions. Stir in the turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
In a medium pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the drained rice, spiced onion mixture, and stir well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer it to a serving platter. Top with the reserved caramelized onions and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy this delicious and aromatic rice dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.7 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 3651 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1201 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
