Mandi (omani Spiced Rice With Lamb)

Mandi is a traditional Omani dish that features spiced rice and tender lamb, cooked to perfection. This flavorful and aromatic dish is a staple in Omani cuisine, and it's perfect for special occasions or family gatherings.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Omani Omani Cuisine Rice Dish Lamb Recipe
Mandi (omani Spiced Rice With Lamb)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1.5 lbs lamb, cut into pieces
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Mandi spice mix
  • 1/4 cup ghee
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
  3. Add the minced garlic and Mandi spice mix to the pot, and cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add the lamb pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours until the lamb is tender.
  6. Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside. Strain the broth and reserve it for cooking the rice.
  7. In a separate pot, bring the strained broth to a boil. Add the soaked rice and salt, then cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
  8. Arrange the cooked lamb pieces on top of the rice, cover, and let it steam for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the Mandi hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
450 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Separate pot for cooking rice

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestion: Serve the Mandi with a side of fresh salad and yogurt.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For added flavor, you can garnish the Mandi with fried nuts and raisins before serving.

Cost

$25