Parmesan Lemon Rice

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Ingredients

  • 600 ml water
  • 12 ounces long grain rice, washed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 ounces grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 lemons, zest of
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 ounce butter

Instructions

  1. Bring the water to the boil, then stir in the rice and the salt and boil for two minutes.
  2. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until all the water is absorbed, turn off the heat and let the rice stand for a few minutes.
  3. Beat the eggs in a bowl and add the cheese, rind and lemon juice, mix.
  4. Melt the butter in a large frying pan; add the rice and then the egg mixture, mixing it very thoroughly.
  5. Cook on a gentle heat whilst stirring until the cheese melts.
  6. Turn into a dish and serve right away, do not let it stand around.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

543 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.2g 28% DV
Total Fat 28.8g 37% DV
Carbs 57.4g 21% DV
Fiber 0.9g 3% DV
Sugar 0.9g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10057.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 558.3mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 144.5mg 48% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 25.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 0.8mg 1% DV
Calcium 286mg 22% DV
Iron 4.2mg 23% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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