Yağız KeçeciCommis
06 June 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

A hearty chickpea rice pilaf with fluffy grains of rice cooked in butter. A beloved restaurant classic, it can be served as a side with chicken or meat or enjoyed on its own.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Prepare the rice

5 min

Rinse the rice in lukewarm water until the water runs clear, then drain. This removes excess starch and helps keep the grains separate.

2

Sauté

5 min

Melt the butter in a pot, then add the cooked chickpeas and drained rice. Sauté for a few minutes until the grains absorb the fat and turn translucent.

3

Add the water and cook

15 min

Add the hot water and salt and stir. Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook until the water is absorbed.

4

Let the pilaf rest

10 min

Turn off the heat, cover the pot with a clean cloth under the lid, and let the pilaf rest for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Reminder

Important: Rinsing and resting the rice helps keep the grains separate. Contains gluten and dairy. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and boil until tender; using cooked chickpeas shortens the preparation time. Refrigerate leftovers for a few days and reheat with a splash of water. Allergen: Based on the ingredient list, this dish contains milk and dairy. Check packaged product labels for other allergens.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
380 kcalCalories
9 gProtein
66 gCarbohydrate
9 gFat
4 gFiber
1 gSugar
410 mgSodium
5.5 gSaturated Fat
Protein 9% Carbohydrate 69% Fat 21%
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Rüya Abadan Commis 2 months ago

Ölçüleri gram cinsinden verseniz daha net olur, bardak ölçüsü bende farklı çıktı. Belirtilen sürede biraz erken kızardı, benimkinde 5 dakika kısalttım.

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Görkem Özberk Commis 2 months ago

Şekersiz versiyonu için tatlandırıcı denedim, tadı çok değişmedi.

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Yağız Recipe Owner 2 months ago

Zeytinyağı ile de güzel oluyor, doğru tespit.

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