Rice with Pistachios & Barberries Recipe
A flavorful and colorful rice dish featuring toasted pistachios and tart barberries, cooked gently in butter and olive oil for a delightful texture and aroma. Ideal as a side dish or a light main course, this recipe is quick to prepare using leftover cooked white rice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 portion cooked white rice (preferably leftovers, about 1 litre / 625 g / 4 cups / 1 lb 6 oz)
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 1½ Tbsp olive oil
- 50 g pistachio kernels
- 50 g barberries
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the pan: Place a thick-bottomed frying pan over medium-low heat. Use a non-stick pan if preferred, to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Toast pistachios and barberries: Add the butter and olive oil to the pan. Once melted, gently fry the pistachios and barberries in the fat until the pistachios are lightly toasted and the barberries soften slightly, about 2 minutes. Stir continuously to avoid burning.
- Add the rice: Add the cooked white rice to the pan. Mix well to combine the ingredients, making sure the rice is evenly coated with the butter, oil, pistachios, and barberries.
- Warm through: Continue stirring constantly and warming the rice mixture for another 2 minutes. This helps the flavors to meld and ensures the rice is heated throughout.
- Season and serve: Taste the rice and add salt as needed. Serve immediately while warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using leftover cooked rice helps achieve the right texture without it becoming mushy during the frying process.
- Barberries add a tangy, slightly sour flavor that balances the richness of the pistachios and butter.
- This dish can be served as a side to grilled meats or alongside Middle Eastern-inspired main courses.
- For added freshness, garnish with chopped fresh herbs such as parsley or mint if desired.
Keywords: rice, pistachios, barberries, fried rice, Middle Eastern rice, nutty rice, tangy rice, easy side dish
