Garoobey | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

2 cups rice
500 grams of beef or lamb, cut into small pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups beef or chicken broth
1 cup water
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
1/2 cup raisins or dried apricots (optional)
1/4 cup almonds or cashews (optional)

Instructions

Sauté Vegetables

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.

Brown the Meat

Add the beef or lamb pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides.

Add Spices

Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the spices become fragrant.

Add Tomatoes

Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes break down and mix with the spices.

Simmer

Pour in the beef or chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the meat is tender.

Add Rice

Stir in the rice, raisins or dried apricots (if using), and almonds or cashews (if using). Add additional water if needed to ensure the rice is fully submerged. Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and tender.

Finish and Serve

Fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.