Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan
This layered pilaf weaves basmati rice tinted with beets, tender chard, and richly seasoned ground beef into a harmonious, sweet-tart balance. Fragrant dill and tarragon lift the earthy vegetables while lemon brightens every bite, creating a festive centerpiece. Serve Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan for holiday gatherings or an elegant family dinner.
- Prep45 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Rinse the rice several times in a large bowl of water until the water runs clear. Cover the rice with fresh water and soak for 1 hour.
- 2
Drain the rice and combine it with the shredded beets, the garlic, 2 teaspoons sugar, 1/2 of the lemon juice, the dill, the tarragon, and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
- 3
Warm the oil in a 6-quart stock pot over medium heat. Add the beef and the remaining salt. Cook, stirring, until the beef is browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Lift the browned beef out with a slotted spoon, leaving the oil in the pot. Add the onion; cook and stir until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the cubed beets and sauté for another 5 minutes. Remove the onion and beets from the pot and combine them with the beef.
- 4
Stir together the water, the remaining lemon juice, and the remaining sugar in a bowl to make sweet-and-sour water.
- 5
Lay a single layer of chard leaves on the bottom of the pot. Add 1/2 of the rice mixture, then a second layer of chard leaves. Add 1/2 of the beef mixture, followed by another layer of chard leaves and the remaining rice mixture. Add another layer of chard leaves, the remaining beef mixture, and finish with a final layer of chard leaves. Pierce through the chard layers with a long, thin knife down to the bottom a few times to let steam escape. Pour the sweet-and-sour water over the top.
- 6
Bring the pilaf to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to very low, cover, and cook for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
- Calories 358.2 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 18.1 g Good Source 36%
- Carbohydrate 47.95 g 17%
- Total Fat 7.73 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.35 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 43.84 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 101.79 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.81 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 7.62 g --
- Added Sugars 1.64 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 111.65 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 2.38 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 97.4 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 2.18 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 17.19 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan is made with 12 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Basmati Rice, Beet, Diced Onion, and Dried Dill. Each serving provides about 358.2 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan made of?
- The main ingredients are Basmati Rice, Beet, Diced Onion, Dried Dill, Dried Tarragon. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan?
- About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 45 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 358.2 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan healthy?
- Rosh Hashanah Beet, Chard, and Beef Pilaf from Iraqi Kurdistan has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 358.2 calories and 18.1 g of protein, or 36% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.35 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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