Lebanese Lamb Rice
Tender, seasoned ground lamb mingles with fragrant basmati rice, toasted pistachios, and fresh mint in this aromatic one-pan wonder. Served over cool, creamy Greek yogurt, every bite delivers the perfect balance of warm spices and refreshing contrast
Servings 4
Calories 612kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp ghee store-bought or homemade
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup dry basmati or jasmine rice
- 2 cups bone or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup raw shelled pistachios
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves
To serve
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Fresh cucumber slices
Instructions
- Heat ghee in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Brown seasoned ground lamb for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
- Add rice and stir until coated and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in broth, bring to simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat, let rest 5 minutes, then fold in pistachios and mint.
- Serve over a thin bed of Greek yogurt with cucumber slices.
Nutrition
Calories: 612kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 423mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 2mg