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Oriental Khalta rice - Caramelized rice with nuts, sultanas and meat

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Oriental Khalta Rice

Cultural Context

Originating from Syria, Khalta Rice is a beloved dish that combines fragrant spices with tender chicken and vegetables, often served during family gatherings and special occasions. The dish reflects the rich culinary traditions of the Levant, showcasing the use of aromatic spices and fresh ingredients. Today, Khalta Rice has found its way into homes around the world, with variations that cater to local tastes and dietary preferences.

SyrianSYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups medium grain egyptian rice
1 kilogram chicken liver
2 large onions
1.5 cups whole blanched almonds
1 cup sultanas
4 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter
100 milliliters stock
3 teaspoons salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive and nut-free.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is a lower-calorie option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often more affordable.

1

Soak 1 cup of sultanas in room temperature water for 1 hour, then drain and rinse.

2

Slice 1.5 cups of whole blanched almonds in half.

3

Toast the halved almonds in a 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) oven for 8-12 minutes until light golden.

4

Wash 3 cups of medium grain egyptian rice until the water runs clear.

5

Melt 3 tablespoons of butter and mix it with the washed rice until evenly coated.

6

Spread the rice in a baking dish and bake at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.

7

Dice 2 large onions into medium pieces.

8

Cut 1 kilogram of chicken liver into bite-sized pieces and soak in water and vinegar for 3-5 minutes, then drain.

9

In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt 4 tablespoons of sugar over medium-high heat until it turns into a dark brown caramel.

10

Add 100 milliliters of stock to the caramel and dissolve it.

11

Add the toasted rice and soaked sultanas to the pot, along with 3 teaspoons of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

12

Top the mixture with stock until it is about 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) above the rice, then bring to a light boil.

13

Cover the pot tightly and let it boil undisturbed for about 5 minutes until the boiling sound stops.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

baking dishheavy-bottomed potbaking sheetknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Khalta RiceKhaltaKhalta Riz

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