ReceptnaptárPilav s piletinom (Balkan chicken and vegetable rice)
Pilav in the Balkans is a legacy of Ottoman cooking: fragrant rice cooked in one pot with vegetables and chicken, every grain separate. Carrot, sweet pointed pepper and green peas give it colour. It is a simple, quick dish that makes good use of leftover vegetables in the fridge, and with a bowl of yogurt it is a complete lunch.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Soften the onion in the oil in a saucepan, add the chicken and brown it.
- Add the carrot and pepper, fry for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with paprika and seasoning salt.
- Add the washed rice, stir for 2 minutes and pour in the hot water; season.
- Cook covered over low heat for 18 minutes, scattering the peas over for the last 5 minutes.
- It keeps 3 days in a box; sprinkle with a spoonful of water and reheat covered in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Rinse the rice thoroughly, because without the excess starch the grains stay separate.
- Use hot liquid, because it does not interrupt the cooking and the rice finishes evenly.
- Scatter the peas on only for the last 5 minutes, so they keep their colour.
Frequently asked questions
Is it good without stock seasoning?
Yes, with a little salt and good stock it is even better. Seasoning mixes are salty, so if you use one, go carefully when salting separately.
What goes with it?
Yogurt, cucumber salad or pickles. A fresh tomato salad alongside the rice makes the meal lighter.
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