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İç Pilav
Medium 1 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese
This Izmir-style pilaf pairs rice with zucchini blossoms and curd cheese in a delicate Aegean dish.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 13 min📖 1 min readServes 4~248 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
18 min prep 18 min cook 37 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 13 min- Prep18 min
- Resting/Marinating37 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 glass(~300 ml) rice
- 8 pcs zucchini blossoms
- 120 g lor cheese
- 0.3 bunch dill
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) olive oil
- 2 glass(~400 ml) water
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the rice in warm water for 15 minutes, drain, and turn in olive oil for 3 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 2
Add 2 cups hot water, cover, and cook for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 3
Coarsely chop the zucchini blossoms and spread them over the pilaf without crushing the leaves.
1 min01:00 - 4
Add lor cheese and dill, then close the lid.
- 5
Rest the pilaf for 8 minutes so steam spreads into the grains.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Adding zucchini blossoms last keeps their leaves bright.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve warm with dill on top.
Nutrition (per serving)
~248
kcal calories
8
g protein
31
g carbs
9
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 52%Fat 34%
GI 24 · Low GIGL 7 · Low GL
1.1g
Sugar
1.1g
Fiber
113.9mg
Sodium
1.6g
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.
Satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
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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FAQ
How many servings does Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese take?
Prep 18 minutes, cooking 18 minutes, including 37 minutes of passive resting; 73 minutes in total.Is Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese have?
Approximately 248 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 31g, fat: 9g.Which allergens does Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese need?
This recipe needs 6 ingredients.Is Rice Pilaf with Zucchini Blossoms and Curd Cheese filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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