Directions:
- Clean and wash 3 cups of rice 5 times in warm water.
- In a saucepan, brown the onion, garlic, and meat in 3 tbs oil (I might use 1 tbs or less). Add tomatoes, green beans, cinnamon, 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper, half of the lime powder. If using canned tomatoes, make sure they are completely drained. They must not have any sauce left (I don't always drain it, in which case I'll reduce the cooking time of the rice until it feels al dente ). Cover and simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.
- Bring 8 cups of water and 2 tbs salt to a boil in a large non-stick pot. Pour the washed and drained rice into the pot. Boil briskly for 6 to 10 minutes over high heat, gently stirring twice to loosen any grains that may have stuck to the bottom. Bite a few grains. If the rice feels soft it is ready to be drained. Drain rice in a large, fin-mesh colander and rinse in 2 or 3 cups lukewarm water.
- In the same pot, heat 3 tbs oil (I use about 1 tbs or less).
- In a bowl, combine yogurt, 2 spatulas of rice, and a drop of saffron water. Spread over the bottom of the pot to create a golden crust (tah-dig).
- Place 2 spatulas full of rice in the pot, then add a layer of the green-bean-and-meat mixture. Repeat, alternating layers in the shape of a pyramid. Sprinkle the remaining dried lime powder over the pyramid. Cover and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.
- Pour the remaining oil(I use a teaspoon or so), saffron water and 1/2 cup of the meat juices over the rice. Place a clean dish towel or 2 layers of paper towels oved the pot and cover firmly with the lid to prevent steam from escaping. Cook 50 minutes longer over low heat. remove the pot from heat and allow to cool for 5 minutes on a damp surface without uncovering it, to free the crust from the bottom of the pot.
- Open the pot, take out 2 tablespoons of the saffron-flavored rice and set aside for garnishing.
- Gently taking 1 spatula full of rice at a time, place it on a serving platter without disturbing the crust. Mound the rice in the shape of a cone. Decorate with saffron-flavored rice.
- Detach the crust from the bottom of the pot using a wooden spatula. Unmold onto a small platter and serve on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 409.15 Kcal (1713 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 164.88 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 18.32g | 28% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 15.24mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 596.01mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 569.71mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbs | 55.31g | 18% | |
| Sugars | 7.49g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.74g | 23% | |
| Protein | 9.84g | 20% | |
| Vitamin C | 21.1mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 38.7mg | 215% | |
| Calcium | 65.3mg | 7% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 106.89 Kcal (448 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 43.07 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 4.79g | 28% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 3.98mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 155.71mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 148.83mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbs | 14.45g | 18% | |
| Sugars | 1.96g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5g | 23% | |
| Protein | 2.57g | 20% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.5mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 10.1mg | 215% | |
| Calcium | 17.1mg | 7% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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