Shrimp Pilaf – Karidesli Pilav

Ingredients 4 tablespoons olive oil 8 ounces cooked peeled shrimp, thawed if frozen 1 onion, finely chopped 3 tablespoons currants 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and finely chopped sea salt 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups brown rice, raw (12oz) 2 lemons, juice of 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped […]

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Safranli Pilav (Pilav With Saffron)

Ingredients 1/4 cup Chopped Onion 1 tablespoon Olive Oil 3 cups Chicken Broth 1/2 tablespoon Turmeric Generous Pinch Of Saffron 1 1/2 cup Rice Directions Cook the onion in olive oil in a medium saucepan until golden, about 8 minutes. Add chicken broth, turmeric and saffron; heat to boiling. Stir in the rice; cover and cook, without stirring, until the […]

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Kuskus (The Couscous)

Ingredients 500 gr. Kuskus 10 glasses Of Water 2 tablespoons Margarine Meat: 500 Gr. Mutton, 2 1/2 tablespoons Margarine, 3 large Onions, 2 Large Tomatoes Or 1/2 Tablespoon Unsalted Tomato Paste, 2 1/2 glasses Of Water Or Broth Of Meat, Salt, Black Pepper Dressing: 2 tablespoons Margarine Directions Put the chopped meat into a saucepan with the margarine and sauté, […]

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Etli Pilav (Pilaf With Lamb Meat)

Ingredients Boneless lamb shoulder or leg 360 gr Onion 2 medium size Margarine 6 tablespoon Tomatoes 2 small size Su (sicak) 3 1/2 cup Salt 2 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper 1 teaspoon Rice 2 cup Directions Cut meat into 2-2 1/2 cm (1 inch) cubes. Combine with finely chopped onions. Saute in margarine for a few minutes. Cover and braise […]

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Patlicanli Makarna (Spaghetti with Eggplant)

Ingredients 4 sm Japanese eggplants (or regular eggplant) Chopped or canned Salt 2 Sprigs thyme 2 Sweet red peppers Handful of chopped 2 Poblano chilies Flat-leaf parsley Olive Oil Splash of wine vinegar 1 md Red onion, finely chopped 1 lb Spaghetti 3 cl Garlic , minced 2 Ripe tomatoes, peeled and Directions Cut the eggplant in 1/4-inch thick round […]

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Ic Pilav – Rice With Spices

Ingredients 1 cup rice 1/2 cup butter or oil 1 1/2 cup boiling water 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon allspice 1/2 cup pinnola nuts Directions Melt butter or put oil a pan and add the chopped onions and pinnola nuts and stir until the nuts are golden. Add […]

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Bezelyeli Pilav (Pilav With Green-Peas)

Ingredients 1 cup rice 1/2 packet green peas (frozen) 2 level tablespoons butter 6 green onions 1 1/2 cups boiling water salt and pepper to taste Directions Melt butter in a small pot and add finely cut green onions for five minutes then add rice, salt and pepper and the frozen peas and boiling water and cover. Cook over medium […]

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Dill Weed Pilav (Dereotlu Pilav)

Ingredients 1 cup rice 1 small onion, chopped very finely 2 level tablespoons butter 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill 1 1/2 cup boiling water salt and pepper to taste Directions Melt butter in a small pot, add finely chopped onions and cook stirring until transparent, add washed and drained rice and stir fry for two or three minutes. Add boiling […]

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Havuclu Pilav – Carrot Pilav

Ingredients 1 cup rice 1 medium onion finely chopped 1 1/2 cups boiling water 1/2 cup finely grated carrots 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons paprika (optional) Directions Melt butter and cook onions and carrots together until onions are transparent then add salt and water and cover. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes and over […]

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