1907. Rice Courgette Casserole

The all-in-one marketing of this dish is admittedly a bit deceptive, as you will need two pots to prepare it in addition to the oven dish, so set your expectations. This disclaimer aside, the Arabified courgette rice casserole has become a weekly fixture in our family due to being delicious, convenient, and satisfying.

Ingredients: 

For the meat:

750g minced meat

1 large chopped onion

1 Tbsp minced garlic

Salt and pepper

2 tsp paprika

1 tsp dried coriander

For the vege layer:

1 kilo courgette, rough dice

2 Tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper

1 Tbsp minced garlic

For the rice:

3 cups Egyptian rice

4 cups hot chicken broth

Mozarella cheese for the topping

Method:

Parcook the rice in a pot for 10 minutes then spread in a buttered large rimmed oven dish; set aside.

As the rice cooks, saute the minced meat and onion together until browned. Add garlic, seasoning and spices. Add over the rice.

In the same pot as the meat, sear the diced courgettes with salt, pepper, and grated garlic. Add over the meat. Cover and bake at 350F for 40 minutes. Uncover, add a sprinkle of cheese, and return uncovered to the oven until golden.

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