CASHEW RAISIN RICE PILAF

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I've been making this rice dish for quite some time now, and it's one of my favourites.It's an interesting combination of tastes and textures that I find pleasing to the palate.I toast the cashews first to give them a little extra crunch.

Provided by Carrie Ann

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/8 cup margarine
3/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup golden raisin
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
5 tablespoons uncooked wild rice
1 cup frozen green pea
2 ounces diced pimentos, drained
1/2 cup cashews
ground black pepper
salt

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in a large saucepan.
  • Saute the long grain rice, onion, carrot and raisins over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Pour in broth and bring to a boil.
  • Cover pan and simmer on low for 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Meanwhile,in another saucepan bring 3/4 cup salted water to a boil.
  • Add wild rice, reduce heat and simmer,covered, for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • When the rice-raisin mixture is finished cooking, stir in wild rice, peas,pimentoes and cashews.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and heat through.

Humdulhh Shafiq
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This rice pilaf is the perfect side dish for any meal.


Nicholas Morse
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I love the combination of cashews and raisins in this dish. It's so unique and flavorful.


Mushfik Khan
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This rice pilaf is so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making it again.


tek Karki
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I'm always looking for new rice pilaf recipes and this one is definitely a keeper.


Reem Jamal
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This rice pilaf is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was just as good the next day.


nicholas Lemaster
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I really enjoyed them in this dish.


Jacqueline Broad
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This rice pilaf is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Brand Dark
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I was surprised at how flavorful this rice pilaf was. I will definitely be making it again.


Imran Musa009
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


sida Jawara
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I'm going to try making this rice pilaf in my rice cooker next time.


Wasa Akbar
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This rice pilaf is perfect for a potluck or party.


Solloh Mullxon
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I added some chopped carrots and celery to the pilaf and it was delicious.


kingcesar_281 Hibdon
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Krishna Bartaula
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I used brown rice instead of white rice and it turned out great.


Qasim Butt
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The pilaf was a little dry for my taste. I think I'll add some extra broth next time.


Malik Asim Shah
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I'm not a big fan of raisins, but I really enjoyed them in this dish.


Robby Ishee
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This rice pilaf is so easy to make. I had it on the table in less than 30 minutes.


Deon Rakose
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I love the combination of cashews and raisins in this dish. It adds a nice sweetness and crunch.


Isack Samson
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This cashew raisin rice pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the rice was cooked to perfection.


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