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Hashweh Recipe (Arabic Ground Beef and Rice)

If you enjoy tasty one-pot meals, this recipe is perfect for you! Introducing Hashweh, a Middle Eastern rice dish seasoned with warm spices and ground beef.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Resting Time
10 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 452 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern , Lebanese

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon seven spice
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups jasmine rice
  • 2½ cups water
Garnish
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped

Instructions

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  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped onion to the pan. Sauté the onion for about 5 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  2. Once the onion is soft, add 1 pound of ground beef to the pan. Break up the ground beef with a spoon and cook until it's browned and no longer pink, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  3. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of seven spice blend, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of allspice, and 1 teaspoon of salt over the browned beef and onion mixture.
  4. Stir well to combine, then add 1½ cups of jasmine rice to the pan, stirring it into the beef and onion mixture until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour 2 cups of water into the pan, ensuring that the rice is fully submerged. Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pan.
  6. Let the rice mixture cook covered for 30 minutes on medium-low heat.
  7. After cooking, remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. To make the garnish, heat the olive oil in a small pan and toast the slivered almonds for a few minutes until they're golden brown.
  9. Just before serving, sprinkle toasted slivered almonds and chopped parsley over the top of the rice.

Notes

  • Choose the Right Rice: Choose long-grain rice, such as jasmine or basmati, for the best texture and flavor. These varieties absorb flavors well and result in fluffy, separate grains.
  • Sauté the Onions: Take your time to sauté the onions until they're soft and translucent. This helps to develop their sweetness and adds depth of flavor to the dish.
  • Season Generously: Don't skimp on the spices! Hashweh rice relies on a flavorful blend of spices like cinnamon, allspice, and seven spice blend. Season the meat mixture generously to ensure a rich and aromatic dish.
  • Toast the Nuts: If using nuts (slivered almonds or pine nuts) for garnish, toast them lightly in a dry skillet before sprinkling them over the rice. This brings out their natural oils and adds a delicious crunch to the dish.
  • Let it Rest: After cooking, let the Hashweh rice sit, covered, for about 10 minutes off the heat. This allows the flavors to meld and the rice to finish steaming, resulting in a perfectly tender and fluffy texture.

Nutrition Information

Calories 452kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 453mg (19%) Potassium 330mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 311IU (6%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 452

% Daily Value*

Calories 452kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 453mg 19%
Potassium 330mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 311IU 6%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.