BASMATI RICE PILAF

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Make and share this Basmati Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 -5 tablespoons butter or 3 -5 tablespoons margarine
1 large onion, chopped
1/2-3/4 cup slivered almonds
1 cup basmati rice
1 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup currants (or to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced orange rind
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (use more for more spicy, or omit the pepper flakes)
1 3/4 cups good quality chicken broth
1/4 cup water
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter.
  • Saute the onion and almonds over medium heat until onion is soft (not brown) and the almonds are golden.
  • Stir in rice; cook stirring for about 4 minutes to release flavor.
  • Stir in chopped carrot, currants, orange peel, cinnamon, black pepper and red pepper flakes.
  • Carefully stir in chicken broth and water into the rice mixture, stir slightly with a wooden spoon.
  • Bring to a boil, and reduce heat.
  • Cover the saucepan and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, and the rice is tender (about 20 minutes).
  • Season with salt.

Muhammad Ahmed Rajput
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I've never been a fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious and easy to make.


Jaier Major
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook rice, and this recipe definitely delivered. The pilaf was flavorful and fluffy.


Mr Bangladesh
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I made this rice pilaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Asad Rao
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This rice pilaf is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's flavorful and hearty.


Aftab Sagar
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I love that this recipe uses so few ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


Lindsay Thomson
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I'm not a great cook, but even I could make this rice pilaf. It was so easy to follow.


Rofiqul islam rafi
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This rice pilaf was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved it!


Loyce Kadzo
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I've tried many basmati rice pilaf recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Yeison Merlos
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This is my new favorite rice pilaf recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Abjol Ahmed
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! I served it with grilled chicken and vegetables.


Md Tahsin I
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This basmati rice pilaf was amazing! The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection.


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