Traditional Bahraini Muhammar – Sweet Rice Dish
Muhammar is a traditional Bahraini sweet rice dish that is typically served during special occasions and celebrations.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Basmati Rice
- 1 cup Sugar
- 4 cup Water
- 1 pinch Saffron
- 1 teaspoon Rose Water
- 5 whole Cardamom Pods
- 1 stick Cinnamon Stick
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoon Raisins
- 2 tablespoon Almonds
- 2 tablespoon Pistachios
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice, sugar, water, saffron, rose water, cardamom pods, and cinnamon stick.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- While the rice is cooking, melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat.
- Add the raisins, almonds, and pistachios to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the nuts are lightly toasted.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and remove the cardamom pods and cinnamon stick.
- Serve the muhammar hot, topped with the toasted nuts and raisins.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.