Syrian Rice

Time

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · 30 min total

Difficulty

easy

1. 1

   Wash the rice in strainer. Soak rice for 15 minutes in hot water. Put butter in pan, melt, and then brown Spaghetti pieces or Orzo using a medium heat.

   15 min
2. 2

   Be careful not to burn the butter. Now drain your rice that is soaking and add it to the butter/ Spaghetti (or Orzo) in your pan.

3. 3

   Saute the rice for approximately 5 minutes with medium heat stirring frequently to avoid burning the rice.

   5 min
4. 4

   You want a nice light brown color. After rice is browned, add 4 Cups Hot Water and Salt. Cover and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   You want it to boil briskly for about 5 minutes. Turn heat to LOW and cook until all the water is absorbed.

   5 min
6. 6

   This should take about 15 minutes with Very Low heat. You might want to stir once or twice to make sure it is not burning.

   15 min
7. 7

   Uncover when you are ready to serve and make sure to stir it again at this point.

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