Nohutlu Pilav (Chickpea and Rice Pilaf)

Method

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a heavy pot and soften the onion over medium heat for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in the paprika and chickpeas and cook 2 minutes to warm them through.

3. 3

   Add the drained rice and stir gently for a minute so the grains turn glassy without breaking.

4. 4

   Pour in the hot stock and salt, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on the lowest heat for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

   💡 Lifting the lid mid-cook lets steam escape unevenly and leaves the top layer of rice underdone.

5. 5

   Rest off the heat, covered, for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.