Egyptian Festival Rice with Nuts (almonds) “Roz bel Khalta”

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with additional flavor.

pistachios

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats while being more affordable.

rose water

🥗Healthier: lavender extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Lavender extract offers a floral note at a lower cost.

Wash the rice and orzo.

In a pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of avocado oil.

Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and stir until caramelized, about 3 minutes.

Add the orzo to the caramelized mixture and cook until medium brown.

Add 3 cups of boiling water to the orzo and rice mixture.

Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of salt, then cover and cook on low for around 20 minutes.

Boil whole almonds in water for 5 minutes to make peeling easier.

Peel the almonds, cut them in half, and fry in 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil until brown.

Top the cooked rice with the fried almonds and drizzle with melted butter.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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