🍽️ Alanya Style Minced & Meat Pilaf (Wedding Pilaf)

A perfect choice for large gatherings and festive tables!

Servings: 8–10 people

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 kg bone-in meat

• 300 g ground beef

• 5 cups beef broth

• 4 cups rice

• 5 tablespoons butter

• 3 medium onions

• 1 medium tomato

  

• ½ bunch parsley

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

🥣 Preparation

Soak the Rice:
Soak the rice in warm water with 1 tablespoon of salt for at least 1 hour.

Boil the Meat:
Place the bone-in meat in a pot with enough water and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface.

Add Flavor:
Add 2 peeled onions (cut into quarters) and 1 whole tomato to the pot.

Finish the Meat:
Add salt when the meat is almost cooked. Once tender, remove from heat, let it cool, separate from the bones, and cut into small pieces.

🔥 Cooking Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef:
Place the ground beef in a pot and cook until it releases and absorbs its juices. Add butter and continue sautéing.

Add the Onion:
Add 1 very finely chopped onion and sauté until softened and lightly golden.

Cook the Rice:
Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Pour in the beef broth and add salt. Cook over low heat until the rice is tender.

Rest the Pilaf:
Let the pilaf rest for 15–20 minutes after cooking, then gently fluff with a fork.

Sear the Meat:
In a separate pan, sauté the boiled meat pieces with butter until lightly browned.

Serving:
Place the sautéed meat on top of the pilaf. Sprinkle with finely chopped parsley and black pepper before serving.

Tip:
When adding the broth, adjust the quantity depending on the type of rice you use to ensure perfectly fluffy, separate grains.