Best 4 Cranberry Rice With Caramelized Onions Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Cranberry Rice with Caramelized Onions, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will delight your palate. Sweet and tangy cranberries, aromatic caramelized onions, and the nutty flavor of basmati rice come together in perfect harmony in this easy-to-make dish. Accompany it with a refreshing Cranberry Orange Relish that bursts with citrusy goodness, balancing the richness of the rice. For a delightful appetizer, try our Cranberry Brie Bites, featuring a creamy brie filling wrapped in crispy phyllo dough and topped with a vibrant cranberry relish. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, our Cranberry Orange Scones offer a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors, complemented by a zesty orange glaze. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey filled with delightful surprises as you explore these remarkable recipes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WILD RICE WITH CRANBERRIES AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Make and share this Wild Rice With Cranberries And Caramelized Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Geema

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup brown rice
1/2 cup wild rice
3 tablespoons butter
3 medium onions, sliced
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 cup craisins dried sweetened cranberries
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth and both rices in medium saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer 45 minutes or until rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add onions and brown sugar.
  • Cook 6 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and onions are soft and translucent.
  • Reduce heat to low and slowly cook onion, stirring often for 25 minutes or until they are caramel color.
  • Stir in dried cranberries.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 5 minutes or until cranberries swell.
  • Gently fold cranberry mixture and orange zest into cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.4, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 449.8, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 25.2, Protein 8.1

RICE WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND CRANBERRIES



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Make and share this Rice With Caramelized Onions and Cranberries recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tunasushi

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups long-grain rice
4 cups chicken stock
3 large onions, sliced thinly
3 teaspoons brown sugar
8 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups orange-flavored craisins

Steps:

  • Coop rice in the chicken stock either on the stove top or in a rice cooker. Set aside.
  • In a pan, Fry the onions and sugar in 3tbsp butter till limp and all the liquid has evaporated.
  • Cook for another 25mins till it caramelizes, stirring often.
  • Dump in craisins and cover the pan for 5mins to let everything steam.
  • Open the lid, and dump in your cooked rice. Toss Well.
  • Turn off the heat and add the remaining 5tbsp of butter. Toss till its melted and incorporated into the rice. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.6, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 45.5, Sodium 344.8, Carbohydrate 85.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 24.3, Protein 9.3

CRANBERRY RICE WITH CARMELIZED ONIONS



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This is a different spin on an ordinary rice dish. And very colorful with the craisins. I added cooked Chicken to make it a meal.

Provided by Ann McCue

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 c chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 c uncooked wild rice
1/2 c brown rice
3 medium onions cut into wedges ( bigger pieces )
2 tsp brown sugar
3 Tbsp butter
1/2 c dried cranberries or craisins
1/4 c toasted slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan bring broth to a boil. add the Wild Rice. Reduce heat , cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the brown rice, cover and simmer for 45 to 50 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onions and brown sugar in butter until golden brown stirring frequently. Takes about 20 to 30 minutes to get them nice and golden brown. Add the berries, rice and almonds and heat through. add chicken if you want to make it a meal.

CRANBERRY RICE SALAD



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Our home economists devised this make-ahead recipe with the hectic holidays in mind. Cranberries and green onions add a bit of color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
3/4 cup dried cranberries
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
3/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. In a large bowl, combine the rice, cranberries and green onions. , In a small bowl, combine the sugar, minced onion, poppy seeds and paprika; whisk in the vinegars and oil. Drizzle over rice mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Just before serving, stir in the almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Choose the Right Rice: For this recipe, it's best to use a long-grain rice like basmati or jasmine rice. These types of rice cook up light and fluffy, and they won't clump together.
  • Caramelize the Onions Low and Slow: Caramelizing onions takes time, so be patient. Cook them over low heat until they're deep golden brown and sweet.
  • Don't Overcook the Rice: Rice is done cooking when it's tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and bland.
  • Fluff the Rice: Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains. This will help the rice stay light and fluffy.
  • Add the Cranberries at the End: Stir in the cranberries just before serving. This will prevent them from becoming overcooked and mushy.

Conclusion:

This cranberry rice with caramelized onions is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a simple but impressive side dish, give this recipe a try!

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