Greek-Inspired Roast with Green Beans and Nutty Pilaf
What Started it all:
Roast, Green bean, nuts (almonds, walnuts), pressure cooker
This Greek-inspired recipe combines the heartiness of a roast with the freshness of green beans and the nuttiness of a pilaf. It’s a comforting dish perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg of roast (chicken, lamb, or beef)
- 400g of green beans
- 100g of almonds
- 100g of walnuts
- 2 cups of rice
- 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Season the roast with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Place the seasoned roast in a pressure cooker and cook according to the cooker's instructions until tender.
- While the roast is cooking, prepare the nutty pilaf. In a pan, toast the almonds and walnuts until fragrant, then set aside.
- In the same pan, heat a little olive oil and add the rice. Stir the rice until it becomes translucent.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Once the roast is done, remove it from the pressure cooker and place it in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for an additional 20-30 minutes to crisp up the exterior.
- In the meantime, blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Once the roast is ready, carve it into slices and serve with the green beans and nutty pilaf.
- Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a burst of citrus flavor.