Meatless Sbenekh W’ Riz or (Spinach & Rice Pilaf).

"Sbenekh W’ Riz” It is a simple Lebanese dish usually made as a stew with ground beef and lemon sauce, but, this meatless pilaf version made with fresh spinach and rice cooked with aromatic herbs. It's an easy and healthy one pot meal.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a cooking pot, heat 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over moderate heat, add the onion and cook for 2 minutes, add the spring onion and garlic, sauté until softened and translucent.

Step 2

Add the spinach in, in batches, season with some kosher salt and cook until wilted, add 5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and add the rice, cook for 2 minutes more stirring with a wooden spoon.

Step 3

Pour in 3 cups hot water or stock and bring to a simmer, cook covered over medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until rice is cooked. (check at 10 minutes, then every 5 minutes until liquid is absorbed).

Step 4

Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, and remaining olive oil, taste for additional salt, cook for a minute more, and remove from the heat.

Step 5

Serve with freshly ground pepper and some extra lemon squeezed on top.