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Arpa Şehriyeli Pilav
Easy 1 hr 1 min~280 kcal 5/10
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Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese
This Bursa side dish folds mihalic cheese into toasted orzo for a savory, grainy table companion.
Easy⏱️ 46 min📖 1 min readServes 4~214 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
8 min prep 14 min cook 24 min rest
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 46 min- Prep8 min
- Resting/Marinating24 min
- Cooking14 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Orzo
- 80 g Mihalic cheese
- 20 g Butter
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Water
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Measure the orzo, crumble the cheese, and prepare the hot water.
- 2
Toast the orzo in butter for 5 minutes so its color turns evenly.
5 min05:00 - 3
For the Bursa pilaf, add the hot water and salt, then close the lid.
- 4
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 11 minutes.
11 min11:00 - 5
Rest the pot for 8 minutes so the orzo grains finish steaming.
8 min08:00 - 6
Stir in the cheese just before serving so it does not melt too much in the hot pot and clump.
💡 Tip: Adding the cheese after removing the pot from the heat reduces melting and sticking.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pilaf hot, sprinkle cheese on top, and offer salad on the side.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~214
kcal calories
7
g protein
28
g carbs
8
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 53%Fat 34%
GI 13 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
2g
Sugar
2.8g
Fiber
622.3mg
Sodium
2.9g
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
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 Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese take?
Prep 8 minutes, cooking 14 minutes, including 24 minutes of passive resting; 46 minutes in total.Is Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese have?
Approximately 214 kcal per serving. Protein: 7g, carbs: 28g, fat: 8g.Which allergens does Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Bursa Orzo Pilaf with Cheese filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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