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Greek Spinach Rice (Spanakorizo)

Greek Spinach Rice (Spanakorizo)

4.9

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add rice and stir until every grain is coated in oil and you hear it start to sizzle. Stir in 2 teaspoons large-grain kosher salt, pepper, cayenne, and green onions and cook for about 1 minute.
  3. 3 Add dill, mint, spinach, and 2 3/4 cups water. Mix until thoroughly combined and bring to a simmer.
  4. 4 Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. If rice is not quite ready at 25 minutes, add a splash of water, cover, and continue to cook until it is ready.
  5. 5 Uncover and stir well. Cover again and let sit for 5 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
  6. 6 Divide rice mixture evenly into six bowls. Squeeze ½ lemon over each serving, then top with feta cheese, pickled onions, chili flakes, and a drizzle of olive oil.

By John Mitzewich

Chef John's Grilled Lamb with Mint Orange Sauce

Chef John's Grilled Lamb with Mint Orange Sauce

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place lamb chops in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add olive oil, garlic, cumin, mixed herbs, black pepper, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt; toss until lamb evenly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator at least 4 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. 3 Place lamb chops on grill; sprinkle with a bit of salt. Grill on the first side until seared, 4 to 7 minutes depending on the size of the chops, rotating chops a half turn on the grill about 1 minute before flipping. Flip chops and grill other side until desired doneness, 4 to 7 minutes more. For medium rare, an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should read 125 to 130 degrees F (52 to 54 degrees C). Transfer to a serving dish and tent loosely with foil.
  4. 4 To make the mint sauce: Combine marmalade, mint, vinegar, and pepper flakes together in a bowl.
  5. 5 Brush sauce over grilled chops. Enjoy!

By John Mitzewich