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Ayman’s Egyptian Rice

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Egyptian Rice (Ayman’s Egyptian Rice) will make you smile. It’s easy and SO good.

Cinnamon and other spices make Ayman's Egyptian Rice a favorite.

Cinnamon and other spices make Ayman’s Egyptian Rice a favorite.

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Egyptian Rice (Ayman’s Egyptian Rice) 

This Egyptian Rice is a flavorful rice recipe from the Middle East, spicy but not “hot.” It is made somewhat like Rice-a-Roni (affiliate link)—you stir fry some of the rice until it starts to brown, and then you add the water and remainder of rice and ingredients. It is the perfect accompaniment for lamb, fish or chicken. Serve it family style in a pretty bowl or individually on each plate.

Ayman's Egyptian Rice. Yum.

Ayman’s Egyptian Rice. Yum.

During 2005, a senior manager from Egypt named Ayman, who works in the field of landmine action, was attending  a five-week training session at James Madison University (where I used to work) in Harrisonburg, Virginia (U.S.). He was very hungry for his homeland food, and he made this rice at a gathering for all the participants during a party it our house. Thankfully, I was clever enough to watch him make it! I have made it many times since then.

What You Need

You’ll need measuring cups and spoons and a heavy bottomed pan. You also need cumin and cinnamon, both spices I use all the time.

Ayman’s Egyptian Rice Recipe

Ayman's Egyptian Rice. Yum.
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Ayman's Egyptian Rice Recipe

Flavorful rice that's a wonderful side dish.

Course Rice, Side Dish
Cuisine African
Keyword Egyptian Rice
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Author Recipe Idea Shop/Lois Carter Crawford based on Ayman Sorour's recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil and add about 1/4 cup of rice.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the rice is golden brown.

  3. Add the spices.
  4. Stir to release flavor; add the remaining rice and stir.
  5. Add the water and stir.
  6. Cover the pot and cook over low heat until the water is completely absorbed, about 20 minutes.

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Recipe Nutrition Information

This recipe is GF, DF, NF, SF, EF, CF, V, VG*

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

Ayman's Egyptian Rice Nutrition Label. Each serving is ½ cup cooked rice.

Ayman’s Egyptian Rice Nutrition Label. Each serving is ½ cup cooked rice.

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Egyptian Rice. Easy, flavorful rice, made like Rice-a-Roni. #EgyptianRice #EgyptianRecipes #GlutenFree #EasyRecipes #HealthyTwist #RecipeIdeaShop

Egyptian Rice. Easy, flavorful rice, made like Rice-a-Roni.

Cumin and cinnamon flavor this Egyptian Rice. It's made like Rice-a-Roni. Yum. #egyptianrice #comfortfood #rice #recipes #recipeideashop

Cumin and cinnamon flavor this Egyptian Rice. It’s made like Rice-a-Roni. Yum.

*Allergen Key

GF = Gluten free | DF = Dairy free | NF = Nut free | SF = Soy free | EF = Egg free | CF = Corn free | V = Vegetarian | VG = Vegan

Note: If you have serious allergies or sensitivities, to be considered free of these allergens, you need to use products specifically marked “gluten free,” etc. There can be cross-contamination in facilities.

This recipe was originally posted on Recipe Idea Shop January 13, 2016 and updated March 19, 2021.


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Filed Under: Gluten Free, Grains, Rice Tagged With: CF, DF, EF, GF, gluten free, NF, SF, V, VG

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