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Medium 1 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Rice Pilaf with Beef Kavurma
A Turkish pilaf where buttered rice and vermicelli are topped with tender beef kavurma for a full main dish.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 6 min📖 1 min readServes 5~430 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
24 min prep 42 min cook
- #High Protein
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Timeline
Total 1 h 6 min- Prep24 min
- Cooking42 min
Ingredients
5 servings
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For the rice
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Rice
- 0.3 cup(~60 ml) Orzo
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Butter
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Vegetable oil
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Hot water
For the sauté
- 450 g Beef cubes
- 1 Yellow onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 0.7 tsp(~3.5 ml) Thyme
General
- 1.2 dessert spoon(~12 ml) Salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Soak the rice in warm salted water for 20 minutes, then rinse and drain.
20 min20:00 - 2
Cook the beef in a pot for 18 minutes, until it releases and reabsorbs its juices.
18 min18:00 - 3
Add the onion and garlic and saute for 8 minutes, then finish with thyme, salt, and black pepper.
8 min08:00 - 4
Heat the butter and vegetable oil in a separate pot and toast the orzo until colored.
- 5
Add the rice and stir for 3 minutes, until the grains separate.
3 min03:00 - 6
Add the hot water and cook covered for 14 minutes.
14 min14:00 - 7
Rest the pilaf for 10 minutes, place the kavurma on top, and serve.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Soaking the rice in warm salted water and draining it well helps the grains cook without breaking.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pilaf hot with the beef kavurma on top, plus optional cacik and pickles.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~430
kcal calories
22
g protein
50
g carbs
16
g fat
Protein 20%Carbs 46%Fat 34%
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.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- 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 Beef Kavurma make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Rice Pilaf with Beef Kavurma take?
Prep 24 minutes, cooking 42 minutes; 66 minutes in total.Is Rice Pilaf with Beef Kavurma difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Rice Pilaf with Beef Kavurma have?
Approximately 430 kcal per serving. Protein: 22g, carbs: 50g, fat: 16g.Which allergens does Rice Pilaf with Beef Kavurma contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Rice Pilaf with Beef Kavurma need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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