Rice with Yoghurt, Roasted Cauliflower and Fried Garlic (Labaniet Alzahar)
This deliciously creamy, risotto-like rice is delicious eaten as a main or as a side dish. You can play around with the toppings too, substituting the cauliflower for roast squash, charred cherry tomatoes or pan-fried minced lamb.
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