Riz w’ Bazilla (Rice and Peas)

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Riz w’ Bazilla (Rice and Peas)

• 1 c diced onions
  
• 1/2 lb (225g) ground beef
  
• 1 c frozen peas
  
• 1 c diced carrots (or use ½ lb (225g) whole baby carrots)
  
• 2 T tomato paste
  
• Salt and pepper
  

Heat 2-3 Tbsp of olive oil in a pot with a lid and sauté the onions till soft.

Add the beef and cook till browned.

Add the peas and carrots with salt and pepper and stir well.

Add water to barely cover the mixture.

Bring to a slow boil and add the tomato paste and stir it until dissolved.

Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes or until everything is cooked and the mixture has thickened slightly.

Taste, adjust seasoning and serve hot over rice.

Keywords: Side, Vegetables, Rice, Lebanese, Middle Eastern, eGCI

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