Vegan Persian Style Loobia Polo

This vegan version of classic Persian dish Loobia Polo is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients! It’s full of flavor from turmeric powder, black pepper and salt, plus it’s packed with nutrients from the rice and green beans! All you need is a saucepan for cooking – no special equipment required! Enjoy this delicious one-serving meal hot or cold as desired!

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Saucepan

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Cuisine:

Persian

Keywords:

Vegan, Persian, Loobia Polo, Rice, Green Beans

Meal:

lunch, dinner

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Ingredients:

1 cup long grain white rice

1/2 cup green beans, chopped into small pieces

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Salt to taste

Cooking Instructions:

Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the green beans and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are lightly browned.

Add the rice to the pan and stir to combine with the green beans. Add the turmeric powder, black pepper and salt to taste and stir again to combine all ingredients together.

Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover with a lid. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked through.

Remove from heat and fluff with a fork before serving hot or cold as desired!

Nutrition:

Calories – 300; Fat – 2g; Carbohydrates – 60g; Protein – 8g

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Did You Know?

Iran is also known for its traditional herbal drinks, such as sharbat-e sekanjabin (a sweet and sour drink made with vinegar and mint syrup) and doogh (a yogurt drink).