234. Iraqi Carrot Rice

This hearty rice recipe is very common in Iraq, and is also fairly known throughout the Arab world.
It is simply known as carrot rice (تمن جزر).
Carrots, onions, and beef are laced with Arabian spices along with long grain Basmati rice.
It can easily be converted into a vegetarian dish by omitting the beef mince.

Ingredients:

2 cups coarsely chopped carrots
2 cups coarsely chopped onions
2 cups Basmati rice
500g minced meat
1 tsp turmeric
3/4 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp allspice
3/4 tsp pepper
2 tsp salt

Method:

In a pot over medium-high saute the carrots and onion in a tablespoon or two of oil, until onions just wilting.
Add the spices and seasonings, then the minced meat.
Saute until meat just browned.
Stir in the rinsed and drained rice until coated in the mixture.
Add boiled water until just covered, cover, and reduce heat to low.
Leave 20 to 25 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the grains are fluffed.
Serve hot.

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