Tuesday, May 6, 2008

Nettles with Rice (Isırgan Çeşitlemesi)

Estufado de Urtigas com Arroz (Isırgan Çeşitlemesi)

Makes 3-4 servings

250 g fresh nettles * 1 onion * 50 g parsley * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 coffee cup rice * 1 cup water (from boiling the nettles) * ½ tsp red pepper * salt

Use plastic gloves. Wash the nettles and remove the thicker stems. Cook the nettles in some water with salt. Meanwhile, sauté the minced onion with the olive oil. Add the nettles and minced parsley and mix. Add the rice, seasonings and water. Cook for about 15 minutes over low fire.