Bocchara Rice
Bocchara Rice is an impressive dinner. Made with 2 1/2 lb. meat or chicken, cut in small pieces, 4 large chopped onions, 2 c. basamati or uncle ben's rice, 2 sticks chopped carrots and 1/2 c. chickpeas (canned), this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A classic recipe that has been enjoyed for generations.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Soak rice in hot water for 1/2 hour minimum.
Mix spices and salt with tomato purΓ©e.
Fry onions until tender; add meat (on low heat). Keep on stirring until lightly browned.
Add tomato mixture and 1 cup water.
Cover and simmer over low heat.
Check if the meat or chicken are cooked, by sticking a fork in them. Boil the carrots in a separate pan adding salt to the water.
Boil for 10 minutes.
Drain carrots and add it to the meat mixture, then add the chickpeas.
Drain rice; add it to the meat along with 2 cups of water.
When the water boils, put it on low heat for 30 to 45 minutes.
Serves 4 to 6.
Serve as a main dish with fine chopped tomato salad.
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