Servings: 6
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Start to Finish Time: 1 hour
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A Beloved Family Tradition
In the Panetta family, no celebration is complete without a steaming dish of Syrian Rice. Whether it’s a holiday gathering, birthday, or Sunday dinner, this recipe holds a permanent spot on the table. Simple yet full of comfort, it’s the kind of dish that brings everyone back for seconds—and thirds.
Comfort in Every Bite
The beauty of Syrian Rice lies in its humble ingredients and deep, satisfying flavor. Butter-toasted egg noodles create a nutty foundation that blends beautifully with tender grains of rice. Simmered in savory chicken broth with just the right amount of salt, the result is rich, fluffy, and deeply comforting.
Old World Roots, Timeless Flavor
This dish has deep roots in Middle Eastern cuisine, where similar rice-and-noodle pilafs have been prepared for generations. Known in some regions as “ruz bil sha’riya,” the technique of browning noodles in butter before adding rice is a hallmark of Levantine cooking. Syrian Rice honors this heritage, while the Panetta family’s version adds its own heartwarming legacy to the tradition.
The Secret is in the Simmer
The key to perfect Syrian Rice is patience. Letting the noodles achieve a golden hue before adding the rice ensures layers of flavor. A slow simmer in seasoned chicken broth ties it all together. Fluff gently before serving, and you’ll have a side dish that complements everything from roast chicken to stewed vegetables.
This recipe is a tradition in the Panetta family. There is never any major event that does not include Syrian rice. Enjoy!!
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Ingredients:
6 tablespoons butter (3/4 of a stick)
1 1/2 cups fine egg noodles
1 cup rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon salt
Instructions:
Melt the butter on medium heat in a 2-quart pot (use a bigger pot
if you double the recipe)
Crush egg noodles by hand. Add to the butter in the pot. Stir until
the noodles are golden brown.
Add rice, chicken broth and salt. Turn heat to high for a few
minutes.
Reduce heat to simmer, cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Do not
lift the top during this process.
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 176 Calories; 12g Fat (61.2% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 40mg
Cholesterol; 1559mg Sodium; 1g Total Sugars; trace Vitamin D; 12mg Calcium; 1mg Iron; 46mg Potassium; 37mg Phosphorus. Exchanges: