Persian-Style Basmati Rice Pilaf

Name: Persian-Style Basmati Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Persian Plateau & Isfahan
Ingredients: 4 tbsp butter; 1 small onion; 2 tbsp fresh minced garlic; 0.5 cup slivered almonds; 1.5 cup uncooked basmati rice; 0.5 cup raisins; 2 tsp turmeric; 0.25 tsp cinnamon; 1 tsp salt; 3 cup low sodium chicken broth; salt and pepper

Gently simmered basmati rice, slivered almonds and raisins, warmed with turmeric and cinnamon.

45 min · Serves 4 · Easy

Method

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Time: Prep 10 min · Cook 35 min · 45 min total
Difficulty: easy

1
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; add in onions and almonds, saute for 6-7 minutes or until the onion are tender and the almonds are golden, adding in the fresh garlic the last 2-3 minutes of sautéing.
2
Stir in rice, raisins, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and broth; bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat.
3
Simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Season with black pepper.
25 min