This warm, comforting dish combines gently sautéed carrots with golden raisins, steamed broccoli, and richly spiced ground meat, topped with toasted Soha pine nuts. The combination of natural sweetness from the carrots and raisins with the savoury richness of the meat and garlic creates a perfectly balanced dish, ideal served over fragrant basmati rice.
Ingredients
For the Vegetables:
- 3 large carrots, grated
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed or pan-sautéed
- 1 small handful of golden raisins
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- ¼ cup roasted Soha pine nuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A splash of water or broth (as needed)
For the Meat:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 300g ground beef or lamb
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground porcini (or mushroom powder)
- Salt and pepper to taste
To serve:
- Cooked basmati rice
Instructions
1. Cook the Carrots
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over low heat. Add the grated carrots and a small splash of water or broth. Sauté gently, stirring frequently; add more liquid as needed to prevent sticking. Season with salt and pepper. Halfway through cooking, stir in the raisins. Continue to cook until the carrots are tender and slightly sweet.
2. Prepare the Broccoli
Steam the broccoli until just tender, or lightly sauté it in a pan with a drizzle of oil. Set aside.
3. Toast the Soha Pine Nuts
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the Soha pine nuts until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Set aside.
4. Cook the Spiced Ground Meat
In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Season with garlic powder, chili flakes, porcini, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook until fully cooked through and flavorful.
5. Assemble and Serve
Serve everything over a bed of warm basmati rice. Spoon the carrots and broccoli alongside the spiced meat. Top with toasted pine nuts for a final crunch and rich, nutty depth.
This dish is both comforting and aromatic, with just a hint of sweetness balanced by the savory spice of the meat. Perfect for cozy evenings and nourishing meals.