Hashweh Rice Stuffing Middle East Palestine

Dive into the heart of Palestinian cuisine with Hashweh Rice Stuffing, a fragrant and flavorful dish that epitomizes Middle Eastern comfort food. This traditional recipe brings together tender ground lamb or beef, toasted pine nuts or almonds, and long-grain rice infused with warm, aromatic spices like cinnamon, allspice, and cardamom. Simmered to perfection in rich chicken or beef broth, the result is a savory and aromatic rice medley that's as versatile as it is delicious. Whether served as a show-stopping side dish, stuffing for vegetables or poultry, or a stand-alone main course, this one-pot dish is perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by a dollop of yogurt or a crisp salad, Hashweh Rice is a celebration of bold flavors and traditional cooking techniques that’s sure to transport you straight to the Middle East.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil or butter
• 500 grams Ground lamb or beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cups Long-grain white rice
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 cups Chicken or beef broth
• 0.5 cup Pine nuts or slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the pine nuts or slivered almonds and toast them until golden brown, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the remaining olive oil or butter and heat over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground lamb or beef to the pot, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the ground allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are aromatic.

Step 7

Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 8

Add the rinsed rice to the pot with the meat mixture, stirring gently to coat the grains with the spices and oil.

Step 9

Pour in the chicken or beef broth and add the remaining salt (1 teaspoon). Stir well.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 11

Remove the pot from the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds.

Step 13

Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 14

Serve warm as a side dish, stuffing, or as a main course alongside yogurt or a hearty salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2093.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2641.0

Total Fat 182.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 7348.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 141.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.1g
Protein 111.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.3mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 2203.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 21.3%