REALLY DELICIOUS Vermicelli Rice with Stuffed Zucchini
Recipe Summary:
This recipe, straight from the Weekend magazine, is an Iftar special that promises to tantalize your taste buds! Perfect for vegetarians too, as you can easily substitute water or vegetable stock for the chicken stock. And for the stuffed zucchini, get creative with a medley of minced veggies as an alternative to minced lamb meat. Let’s embark on this culinary adventure together!
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 1120
- Fat: 34.2g
- Saturated Fat: 19.9g
- Cholesterol: 108.5mg
- Sodium: 150.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 168.9g
- Fiber: 4.1g
- Sugar: 13.3g
- Protein: 30.8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 300g | Rice |
| 100g | Ghee |
| 75g | Water |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 1 | Salt |
| – | Zucchini |
| 200g | Lamb |
| 50g | Onions |
| 100g | Dried mint |
| 20g | Ghee |
| 3 | Yogurt |
| 3 cloves | Garlic |
| 5 | Salt |
| – | (Optional) |
| – | Vegetable Stock |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vermicelli Rice:
- Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat.
- Add vermicelli and cook, stirring continuously, until golden brown and fragrant.
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Cook the Rice:
- Mix in the rice, bay leaf, salt, and boiling water (or chicken stock) into the pan.
- Allow the mixture to come to a boil over high heat until the liquid is at the same level as the rice.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until all the liquid has been absorbed by the rice and it’s fully cooked.
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Prepare the Stuffed Zucchini:
- While the rice is cooking, prepare the stuffed zucchini by scooping out the flesh of the zucchini.
- Stuff the zucchini with the prepared rice mixture.
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Parboil the Stuffed Zucchini:
- In a separate pot, parboil the stuffed zucchini in water mixed with 2 cubes of Maggi chicken stock and onions until slightly tender.
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Prepare the Yogurt Sauce:
- In a saucepan, combine yogurt, garlic, and dried mint.
- Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens slightly.
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Combine and Serve:
- Add the parboiled stuffed zucchini to the yogurt sauce.
- Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful dish with your loved ones!
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize the stuffing for the zucchini with your favorite ingredients or leftovers.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- This dish is perfect for Ramadan iftars, winter evenings, or any weeknight when you’re craving something savory and satisfying.
Get ready to dive into a delightful culinary journey with this REALLY DELICIOUS Vermicelli Rice with Stuffed Zucchini recipe! 🍲✨
