Presh me Oriz Leek and Rice Bake
Presh me Oriz Leek and Rice Bake from Albania.
Cook and rest are read from the method. Prep is estimated when the listing left it out. Optional overnight waits and leftover storage are not counted.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 1 hr 8 min
- Rest
- 10 min
- Total
- 1 hr 28 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spice
- No chilli
- Cost
- Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
About
Cooking Fry the leeks in a small dash of olive oil for a few minutes until they start to brown. Add the onions and mince and fry until everything is browned. Ensure you keep stirring to prevent the leeks catching and burning. Add the rice and stir together for a few minutes ensuring the rice is well blended and coated in any juices.
What you'll need
8 ingredients. Tap each one once it's out on the bench.
Ingredients
- Leek500 g
- Lamb400 g
- Rice200 g
- Lamb stock1 l
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Olive oilto taste
Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.
Steps
Step 1
Cooking Fry the leeks in a small dash of olive oil for a few minutes until they start to brown. Add the onions and mince and fry until everything is browned.
3 min
Step 2
Ensure you keep stirring to prevent the leeks catching and burning. Add the rice and stir together for a few minutes ensuring the rice is well blended and coated in any juices.
3 min
Step 3
Add the lamb stock, salt and pepper. Give it a good stir and leave it to come to the boil.
Step 4
Leave to boil for 2 minutes. Baking Pour the mixture into a large baking tray, place on the bottom self of a preheated oven at 180 degrees.
2 min
Step 5
Leave to bake for up to 1 hour. The dish is ready when all the liquid is evaporated and the rice is soft.
60 min
Step 6
Serving Once cooked turn off the oven and keeping the door open leave the leek and rice bake to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
10 min
Nutrition
Per serving · estimate
- Calories
- 482 kcal
- Protein
- 31.1 g
- Carbs
- 36.9 g
- Fat
- 23.1 g
- Saturated fat
- 9.4 g
- Fibre
- 3.1 g
- Sugar
- 7.3 g
- Sodium
- 1243 mg
Calculated from canonical ingredient data (USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables). Estimates only.
Allergens
Informational only. Not a medical guarantee. Cross-contamination happens in real kitchens.
- No major allergens flagged in the structured ingredients.
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Nut-free
Adapt this recipe
The original recipe stays as it is. Personal versions are labelled. Serving changes are simple maths.
Adaptations · 0 / 15 used. Resets 13 November.
Substitutions
onion → shallot
Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have.
Tips
- Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
History & culture
Inspired by the original
Provenance: Imported. Not developed or tested in our kitchen, so quantities and timings can be approximate. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Questions about this recipe
Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips.
How long does Presh me Oriz Leek and Rice Bake take?
1 hr 28 min all in — 10 min prep, 1 hr 8 min cook, 10 min rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
5 more questionsFewer questions
What equipment do I need?
Oven, Baking tray, Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at to taste.
What can I use instead?
onion → shallot. Shallots are sweeter. Use the same volume, or a little extra onion if that is what you have.
Any tips from this recipe?
Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.