Fried Rice with Barley and Meat
Main Dishes • Russian
Description
Fried Rice with Barley and Meat
Ingredients
- Basmati rice 2 cups
- Pearl barley 5 tablespoons
- Black rice (imperial) ½ cup
- Onion ½ head
- Skin-On Chicken Breasts 3 pieces
- Carrot 1 piece
- Salt 1 teaspoon
- White Pepper (whole) a pinch
- Ground Cumin a pinch
- Chopped Sage Leaves 1 tablespoon
- Grated Ginger Root 1 tablespoon
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
In a pot, bring water to a boil, add barley and red rice, cook while frying all other ingredients in a skillet.
Step 2
In a heavy-bottomed skillet (or cauldron), sauté the chopped onion until translucent, add the carrot (diced), and fry for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Step 3
Add the chicken breasts, cut into strips (or turkey fillet), and fry for about 5–7 minutes.
Step 4
Add the basmati rice and fry until golden for 3–4 minutes.
Step 5
Drain the water from the barley and rice mixture and add it to the skillet with rice and meat, mix well. Add spices and salt.
Step 6
Pour boiling water so that the rice is covered by 1.5 fingers. Cover with a lid, do not stir anymore. Reduce heat. Cook for 15 minutes. Turn off and let sit covered for 10 minutes.
Step 7
Open the lid, and using a fork, fluff the rice in a circular motion. Add the chopped parsley.
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