أرز عربي متبل مع المكسرات والفواكه المجففة
Arabic 15 Mins Prep · 30 Mins Cook
- Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes. Rinse the rice until the water is clear.
- To prepare the mixed nuts and dried fruit topping, cut the dried figs and apricots into small cubes.
- On a low heat, fry all the nuts and dried fruits separately in a little oil, until a pale brown colour appears on all sides.
- Combine all the nuts and dried fruits together before use.
- To make the rice, in a medium-sized pot, heat 2 tbsp of oil.
- Add the bay leaf and cinnamon stick. Then add the lamb and season with ½ tsp of salt, white pepper, black pepper, cinnamon and 7-spice powder.
- Sauté the ingredients together until the meat has browned slightly but still retains its moisture.
- Add in the rice and mix together for a couple of minutes.
- Add the boiling water and remaining 2 tsp of salt. Mix and cover the pot. Reduce the heat and leave the rice to cook for about 20-30 minutes.
- Serve the rice in a large platter topped with the mixed nuts and dried fruit.
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