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İç Pilav
Medium 1 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Skillet Rice with Mussels
This Canakkale-style skillet mixes rice with mussels and onion for a fragrant coastal supper.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 5 min📖 1 min readServes 4~286 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
16 min prep 26 min cook 23 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 5 min- Prep16 min
- Resting/Marinating23 min
- Cooking26 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 300 gr cleaned mussels
- 1.3 su bardağı(~260 ml) rice
- 1 adet onion
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) olive oil
- 2.5 su bardağı(~500 ml) water
- 0.8 çay kaşığı(~4 ml) salt
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) black pepper
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) allspice
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice until the starch runs clear, soak in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain.
15 min15:00 - 2
Saute the onion in olive oil for 5 minutes; if using pine nuts, let them color lightly.
5 min05:00 - 3
Add the rice to the pan and toast for 4 minutes until the grains are coated in oil.
4 min04:00 - 4
Add hot water, salt, and spices, cover, and cook for 12 minutes.
12 min12:00 - 5
Arrange the mussels on top and steam for 5 minutes without stirring too much so they do not break.
5 min05:00 - 6
Rest the pan covered for 8 minutes so the rice finishes steaming.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Do not overcook the mussels; otherwise they turn rubbery.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the pilaf hot with parsley on top and lemon on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
~286
kcal calories
17
g protein
28
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 25%Carbs 41%Fat 34%
GI 17 · Low GIGL 5 · Low GL
1.2g
Sugar
1.3g
Fiber
590.7mg
Sodium
1.1g
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.
Satiety (per serving)
7/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
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 Skillet Rice with Mussels make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Skillet Rice with Mussels take?
Prep 16 minutes, cooking 26 minutes, including 23 minutes of passive resting; 65 minutes in total.Is Skillet Rice with Mussels difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Skillet Rice with Mussels have?
Approximately 286 kcal per serving. Protein: 17g, carbs: 28g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Skillet Rice with Mussels contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Skillet Rice with Mussels need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Skillet Rice with Mussels filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 7/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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