This Diyarbakir pilaf lets rice absorb fresh tomato and finishes it with basil, creating a fragrant, glossy side that works beautifully in summer.
10 min prep 20 min cook 45 min rest
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Rinse the rice and leave it in a sieve for 15 minutes.
Turn the rice in the butter for 2 minutes.
Add the grated tomato and cook for 3 minutes.
Add 1.5 cups hot water and the salt.
Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, making sure the tomato base does not stick to the bottom.
Add the basil and rest for 10 minutes, so the rice grains do not break.
💡 Tip: Adding the basil after turning off the heat keeps its aroma from disappearing in the pot.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pilaf hot with a meat dish or yogurt on the side.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~192
kcal calories
4
g protein
32
g carbs
5
g fat
1.7g
Sugar
1.5g
Fiber
496.8mg
Sodium
2.2g
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.
Moderate satiety, fine between meals
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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