Rice and Carrots- مقلوبة جزر Recipe Video

This recipe is a vegetarian one that combines carrots and rice flavored with spices that make this dish a true taste of the Middle East. The color of the orange carrots and Turmeric rice makes this recipe a feast for the eyes that is tasty and unforgettable.

Summary

Preparation Time15 MinCooking Time40 Min
Ready In55 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings6
TasteMethod
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Carrot2 Pound, sliced
 Onion2 , sliced
 Oil1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) (For deep frying)
 Rice1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs), soaked in water for 1 hour, drained well
 Oil2 Tablespoon
 Salt To Taste
 Black pepper To Taste
 Allspice1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Cinnamon1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Cloves1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Nutmeg1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Turmeric1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Cardamom1 1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Hot water4 Cup (64 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 484 Calories from Fat 226

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 26 g39.4%

Saturated Fat 3.7 g18.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 184.3 mg7.7%

Total Carbohydrates 60 g20.1%

Dietary Fiber 7.5 g30.1%

Sugars 9.6 g

Protein 6 g11.4%

Vitamin A 505.4% Vitamin C 22.7%

Calcium 11% Iron 10.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1. In a pan, heat the oil and deep fry the carrots. Take out the carrots and place over a paper towel. Set aside.
2. In another pan, add in the oil and fry onion until brown. Set aside.
3. In a bowl, add in the rice and salt, black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, turmeric and cardamom. Mix well with a spoon.
4. In a nonstick pan, assemble the recipe by putting a layer of rice in the bottom of the pot then add a layer of the fried carrot sticks.
5. Add in the fried onions on top. Add the last amount of the rice on top and smooth it out.
6. Pour in the hot water and cover the pot. Cook on high heat until the water starts boiling, then lower the heat and cook on simmer for about 20-30 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.
7. Invert the pot into a big serving platter

SERVING
8. Serve hot with plain yogurt.

Editors Review

Rice and carrot casserole is an exciting way of preparing a simple dish and make it look like an exotic one with the layers of carrots in between the rice and the fried onion gives it a scrumptious taste. Watch the video for detailed recipe.
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