Dill Rice with Green Bean Stew

Instructions

1. Prepare the Rice Base

   4 min hands-on22 min waiting

   • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
   • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the rice and stir for 2–3 minutes until lightly toasted.
   • Add water to the rice in a 2:1 water to rice ratio. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes without lifting the lid.
   • Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

2. Incorporate Fresh Dill

   3 min hands-on

   • Wash the dill and separate fronds from stems. Roughly chop the fronds and finely slice the stems.
   • Fluff the rested rice with a fork and mix in the dill.

3. Toast the Pasta (Optional)

   4 min hands-on

   • Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add pasta and toast for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
   • Mix toasted pasta into the dill rice if desired.

4. Prepare the Stew Base

   4 min hands-on

   • Peel and thinly slice the onion. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.

5. Season and Build Flavor

   6 min hands-on

   • Sprinkle cinnamon over the onions and stir for 30 seconds.
   • Add sun-dried tomatoes, breaking them into smaller pieces. Cook for 5–7 minutes until thickened.

6. Cook the Green Soybeans

   3 min hands-on9 min waiting

   • Trim and halve the soybeans. Add to the skillet with the tomato mixture.
   • Pour in vegetable broth, stir, and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until soybeans are tender.
   • Season with salt and pepper.

7. Assemble the Dish

   2 min hands-on

   • Spoon dill rice onto plates.
   • Ladle the soybean and tomato stew over the rice.

8. Finish with Garnishes

   1 min hands-on

   • Add a dollop of Greek yogurt on top.
   • Drizzle olive oil over the dish.
   • Cooking tips:
   • To ensure the rice turns out fluffy, avoid removing the lid or stirring during the cooking process.
   • For a subtle nutty flavor, allow the butter to brown slightly before adding the rice.
   • Adjust the spice level by adding a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the tomato stew.
   • If you prefer a silkier texture in the stew, add a splash of water or broth during cooking to thin it out.
   • Always taste and adjust seasoning at the end to ensure balanced flavors.