Pilafi

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups parboiled long-grain rice (Tastic)
• 1 handful chopped vermicelli
• 2 blocks chicken stock
• 1 tin crushed tomatoes
• Salt + pepper (cayenne)

Method

1. 1

   Melt butter and olive oil on medium to high heat.

2. 2

   Add vermicelli and fry until golden

3. 3

   Add tomatoes, lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Add 5 cups boiling water

5. 5

   Add chicken stock, salt, pepper

6. 6

   Bring to boil and add rice

7. 7

   Lower heat and simmer till all water has dissolved (10-15min). Do not stir again.

8. 8

   Once cooked stir and serve.