A Turkish home-style pilaf that toasts orzo in butter, then cooks it with rice and chickpeas for a nutty, comforting side that can stand on its own.
10 min prep 18 min cook 31 min rest
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Toast the orzo in butter for 4 minutes, until it takes on color.
Add the rice and turn for 2 minutes, until coated with fat.
Add the cooked chickpeas and hot water to the pot.
Cook the chickpea pilaf over low heat for 15 minutes.
Place a towel under the lid and rest for 10 minutes so the steam does not drip back down.
💡 Tip: Lightly browning the orzo first gives the pilaf a deeper flavor.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with cacik and pickles; if dry kofta is on the table, bring it out hot alongside.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~310
kcal calories
9
g protein
51
g carbs
7
g fat
3.2g
Sugar
5.7g
Fiber
617.1mg
Sodium
2.1g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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