Lubia Polo (Green Bean Rice)
Lubia Polo is a traditional Persian dish that combines the flavors of green beans, rice, and aromatic spices.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Lubia Polo (Green Bean Rice)
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes.
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In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté the chopped onions until golden brown. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
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Add green beans, turmeric powder, cinnamon powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
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Add tomato paste and mix it with the other ingredients.
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Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Gently mix the rice with the other ingredients.
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Add water and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
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Turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 10 minutes.
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Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 60g20%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
