Toasted Rice for Fish Egyptian
Capture the essence of Egyptian cuisine with this aromatic Toasted Rice for Fish recipe, a perfect side dish that combines nutty, golden-brown rice with warm spices and fragrant herbs. Long-grain rice is toasted to perfection in olive oil, releasing a delightful aroma, before being simmered with sautéed onions, ground cumin, and a touch of black pepper for a rich, savory flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with grilled or baked fish, highlighting the vibrant flavors of Egyptian cooking. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and flavorful recipe is sure to elevate your seafood dinners to a new level of deliciousness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long-grain rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat. Add the rice and toast it, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes or until it turns a light golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
Remove the toasted rice from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat it over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and release their fragrance.
Return the toasted rice to the pan and mix well with the onion and spices.
Slowly add the water to the rice mixture. Stir once, then bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the pan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the rice.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the fresh parsley for a burst of flavor and color.
Serve the toasted rice alongside your favorite grilled or baked fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2390 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 438 mg | 9% | |
*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.
