Hashweh Rice: Middle Eastern Rice w/ Ground Beef & Yogurt Sauce
This Spiced Middle Eastern Rice with Ground Beef & Yogurt Sauce is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for any occasion. Fragrant rice infused with cardamom is combined with savory spiced beef or lamb, sweet peas, and toasted pine nuts, creating a rich and satisfying meal. Served with a cool, garlicky yogurt sauce, this dish brings together warm spices and creamy textures for a truly delicious experience.
Ingredients
- 500 gr ground beef (ground lamb is a good option as well)
- 1 chopped onion
- 3 garlic cloves grated
- 370 gr basmati long grain rice 2 cups
- 3 cardamom pods
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 2 teaspoons seven spices mix (check tips below for recipe)
- 220 gr frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine seeds
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Yogurt Sauce
- 300 gr yogurt
- 2 teaspoons dry mint
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
Cook the Rice
- In a pot, bring 2 liters (2 quarts) of water to a boil.
- Add washed rice, 2 teaspoons salt, and the cardamom pods to the boiling water. Stir to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Drain the rice, discard the cardamom pods, and set aside.
Prepare the Meat Mixture
- In a large pan, heat ghee over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion and grated garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and 2 teaspoons salt, cooking until browned.
- Stir in seven-spice mix and cook for another 2 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Add frozen peas, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes. If the mixture starts sticking, add a little water.
Combine Rice and Meat:
- Once the meat is cooked, mix in the cooked rice and stir until well combined.
- Garnish with toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley.
Prepare the Yogurt Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix yogurt, grated garlic, salt, pepper, and dried mint until smooth.
- Serve alongside the rice dish.
Notes
Extra Meat Option:
For additional protein, cook 300-400g (⅔ – ⅘ lb) lean meat chunks in a pressure cooker with:
For additional protein, cook 300-400g (⅔ – ⅘ lb) lean meat chunks in a pressure cooker with:
- 3 cardamom pods
- ½ onion
- 1 carrot
- A few peppercorns
- Salt
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