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basmati rice and orzo pasta in a white bowl with parsley and spoons
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Turkish Rice (Orzo Rice)

Turkish Rice (orzo rice) is a great way to add some extra taste to your usual boiled rice. The fried orzo gives this rice rich nutty flavour.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 as a side
Calories 233kcal
Author Lee-Ann Grace

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon orzo pasta
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice I used basmati (rinsed and drained)
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter to serve
  • chopped parsley to serve
Metric - US customary

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot and add orzo.
    1 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp orzo pasta
  • Fry over medium heat until orzo is browned (this can happen quickly so keep an eye on it!).
  • Add rinsed and drained rice and stir to coat in oil.
    1 cup long-grain white rice
  • Add chicken stock (or water) and salt and bring to a simmer.
    2 cups chicken stock, ½ tsp salt
  • Once simmering, turn the heat down to very low then cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 15 minutes (without peeking!).
  • At the 15 minute mark, turn the heat off and leave to sit for another 10 minutes (with the lid still unopened).
  • Add butter and fluff with a fork.
    1 tbsp salted butter, chopped parsley

Notes

  • In this Turkish style rice recipe I have used chicken stock, but you could use vegetable stock or water.
  • Add in some fresh crushed garlic when you add the rice.
*Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal