Thứ Tư, 26 tháng 3, 2014

Greek-Style Lemon Rice

Greek Lemon Rice

While it is true that Indian cuisine is my passion, I enjoy traveling around the world in my kitchen, whether I am making more traditional dishes or coming up with fusion-style creations. This time around, I was dreaming of an escape from the winter wonderland that officially is called spring currently.

This lemony Greek rice with olives and herbs proved to be a fine accompaniment to a Greek themed meal that I planned a while back. It's very easy to make but the flavor is rather bold and fancy. Next time you are planning a homage to Mediterranean cuisine, considering dishing this one up. I found it to be a fine accompaniment to gigantes aimmered in a garlicky tomato aauce. Serve a Greek salad to complete the meal and the Greek dining experience.


Greek-Style Lemon RiceGreek-Style Lemon Rice
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Cuisine: Greek
Published on March 26, 2014

Simple lemon white rice with Greek seasonings and black olives — an easy and delicious side for any Mediterranean meal

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Ingredients:
  • 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • juice from 1 lemon (3 tablespoons)
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
  • In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Toss in the shallots and stir for a few minutes to soften. Add the rinsed rice and pour in the water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the water is absorbed — 15 to 20 minutes.

  • Remove from heat and let the rice stand undisturbed for 5 minutes. Add the dill, mint, oregano, lemon juice, olives and salt and pepper. Toss together with a fork. Let sit for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Makes 6 side servings

Greek Rice with Lemon and Olives

Other Greek inspired dishes to try from Lisa's Kitchen:
Classic Greek Salad
Gigantes Bean Tomato Casserole
Leek and Rye Berry Salad with Halloumi Cheese, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Olives

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Audio Accompaniment: Alan Fitzpatrick

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