Rus Bukhari

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 Rus Bukhari, also known as Arabic Tomato Rice, is a delicious and fragrant Middle Eastern dish. It's typically made with rice, tomatoes, and an aromatic blend of spices. Here's a basic recipe for Rus Bukhari:

Ingredients:

For the Rice:

  1. 2 cups long-grain Basmati rice
  2. 4 cups water
  3. 1 teaspoon salt

For the Tomato Sauce:

  1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  2. 1 onion, finely chopped
  3. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  5. 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  6. 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  7. 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  8. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  9. 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  10. 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  11. Salt and black pepper to taste
  12. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and set it aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until they become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the tomatoes have softened.
  4. Stir in all the ground spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves) and cook for another 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Add the rinsed and drained rice to the pot, stirring to combine it with the tomato mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.
  6. Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it's boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 10 minutes. This allows the rice to steam and become fluffy.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
  9. Rus Bukhari is often served with a side of yogurt or a cucumber and mint salad. Enjoy this aromatic and flavorful Middle Eastern dish!

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