The ratio of water to rice. There is enough water in the pilaf so that the rice soaks up everything; in the mastava, the broth remains liquid, and it is soup, not porridge.
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Mastava (rice soup)
Mastava is an Uzbek thick soup with rice and tomato, with vegetables and pieces of meat. At home, it is cooked in one vault.
- Preparation
- 15 min
- Cooking.
- 75 min
- Totally.
- 90 min
- portion
- 4
Mastava is “pilaf in the form of soup”: the same ingredients, but with much more broth. In Uzbek, “mastava” is literally “liquid”. Cooked in the same pot, meat, vegetables and rice are cooked together. It's a hearty homemade dish for everyday lunch - especially good on cold days.
Instructions
- 1
Step 1. Rinse the rice.
- 2
Step 2. In Kazan, warm the butter, roast the meat for 5 minutes.
- 3
Step 3. Add the onions, warm up 4 minutes.
- 4
Step 4. Enter the carrots and peppers, roast for 3 minutes.
- 5
Step 5. Put tomatoes, garlic, spices; stew for 5 minutes.
- 6
Step 6. Pour 1.5 liters of water, bring to a boil; add the potatoes.
- 7
Step 7. After 10 minutes, sprinkle the rice; cook 20-25 minutes on a quiet heat.
- 8
Step 8. Sprinkle, let brew for 5 minutes; serve, sprinkling with greens.
Technological tips
- Do not wash the rice too much - starch gives the desired density to the mastava.
- If you want even more satiety, add boiled nohat together with potatoes.
- Good for breakfast the next day - the mastava only gets better.
- You can serve with a cold katyk (Uzbek sour milk drink) or a spoonful of sour cream.
FAQ
Mastava (rice soup) - frequent questions
Yes, lean mastava with vegetables and rice is a normal option. Add nohat for satiety.
The laser is optimal; it prepares quickly and gives the desired texture. Devzira for mastava is not used - it is too dense.
In the fridge 2-3 days. When heated, the rice will absorb some of the broth; add 100-200 ml of water and bring to a boil.
Gather a basket.
Collect ingredients for the recipe in the Uzbek bazaar
Rice, spices, dried fruits, nuts, flatbread non and tea for most recipes can be picked up at our counter. Visit Riga Central Market: Nēģu iela 7, daily from 09:00 to 17:00.