Savory Rice Pilaf with Beets, Swiss Chard, and Ground Beef

Name: Savory Rice Pilaf with Beets, Swiss Chard, and Ground Beef
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 6 Portionen
Ingredients: 0.75 cup basmati rice; 4 ounces beets, peeled and shredded; 5 clove garlic, diced; 4 tsp white sugar, divided; 1 piece large lemon, juiced; 1 tsp dried dill; 1 tsp dried tarragon; 1.5 tsp kosher salt, divided; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 pound 85% lean ground beef; 1 piece large onion, diced; 1 cup water; 4 ounces beets, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 bunch large Swiss chard leaves, stems removed

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Cook Time

1 h 45 min

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Prep Time

60 Min

Description

This savory rice pilaf is a delightful dish featuring the earthy sweetness of beets, the slight bitterness of Swiss chard, and the richness of ground beef. It's a hearty and flavorful meal, perfect for a festive occasion or a comforting family dinner. The combination of sweet and sour notes, along with the aromatic herbs, creates a unique and satisfying culinary experience. I love making this pilaf during the cooler months when beets and chard are at their peak. It's a great way to use seasonal produce and create a memorable dish that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients (14 ingredients)

0.75 cup basmati rice
4 ounces beets, peeled and shredded
5 clove garlic, diced
4 tsp white sugar, divided
1 piece large lemon, juiced
1 tsp dried dill
1 tsp dried tarragon
1.5 tsp kosher salt, divided
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 pound 85% lean ground beef
1 piece large onion, diced
1 cup water
4 ounces beets, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 bunch large Swiss chard leaves, stems removed

Preparation (7 steps)

Rinse and Soak Rice

Wash the basmati rice repeatedly in a large bowl of water until the water runs clear. Cover the rice with fresh water and soak for 1 hour. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly prepare the rice.

Prepare Rice Mixture

Drain the soaked rice thoroughly. In a bowl, combine the drained rice with the shredded beets, diced garlic, 2 teaspoons of sugar, half of the lemon juice, dried dill, dried tarragon, and 3/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. Mix well to combine. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly prepare the rice.

Brown Ground Beef

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon of kosher salt. Cook and stir until the beef is browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the browned beef from the skillet with a slotted spoon, leaving the oil behind. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly brown the beef.

Sauté Onion and Beets

Add the diced onion to the skillet with the remaining oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add the cubed beets and sauté for another 5 minutes. Remove the onion and beets from the skillet and mix with the browned beef. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly sauté the vegetables.

Prepare Sweet and Sour Water

In a bowl, combine the water, remaining lemon juice, and remaining sugar to create the sweet and sour water. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly prepare the water.

Assemble Pilaf

Place 1 layer of Swiss chard leaves on the bottom of a 6-quart pot. Add 1/2 of the rice mixture, followed by a second layer of Swiss chard leaves. Add 1/2 of the beef mixture, followed by a layer of Swiss chard leaves, and the remaining rice mixture. Add another layer of Swiss chard leaves, the remaining beef mixture, and a final topping of Swiss chard leaves. Pierce the Swiss chard leaf layers with a long and thin knife all the way to the bottom a few times so steam can escape. Pour the sweet and sour water over the top. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly assemble the pilaf.

Simmer Pilaf

Bring the pilaf to a gentle simmer over medium heat on the stovetop. Turn the heat to very low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 15 minutes before serving. This step is done outside of the Thermomix to properly simmer the pilaf.