MIXED RICE PILAF WITH DRIED CHERRIES, APRICOTS AND CINNAMON

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Categories     Dinner     Stuffing/Dressing

Yield 8-10 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Tbs. unsalted butter
1 cup chopped sweet onion
2 tsp. curry powder
1.5 cups brown basmati rice
.5 cup wild rice
1 cinnamon stick
1 orange zest strip 3 inches long and .5 inch wide plus extra for garnish
4.5 cups of chicken stock
.5 cup dried apricots cut into pieces
.5 cup dried pitted cherries
.5 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a large, wide saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and saute, stirring until golden, about 5 mins. Add the curry powder and stir to blend. Stir in the brown basmati rice, wild rice, cinnamon stick and orange zest. Cook stirring for 2 mins. Add the stock, aprictos and cherries and increase the heat to high. Bring to a boil stirring once. Cover, reduce the heat to med-low and cook until the stock is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 55 mins. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 10 mins. Meanwhile in small dry fry pan over med-low heat, toast the almonds, stirring constantly until golden about 3 mins. Remove from heat. Spoon pilaf into a warmed serving bowl, discarding the cinnamon stick and orange zest. Sprinkle with the toasted almonds and additional orange zest. Serve immediately.

powtoary hossein asif
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This pilaf is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Steven Lat
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I've been making this pilaf for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Md Nazrul islam
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


DOLLYLOLLY KREATIONZ
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This pilaf is so flavorful and aromatic. I love the addition of dried cherries, apricots, and cinnamon.


umair munair
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I've made this pilaf several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for a special occasion.


Martine Thomas
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious side dish. It's also very versatile. You can add different fruits, nuts, or vegetables to change up the flavor.


Danish Iqbal
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I'm not a big fan of dried fruit, but I really enjoyed this pilaf. The flavors were perfectly balanced.


Jada Bezuidenhout
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This pilaf is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Mohammad Momin
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The dried cherries and apricots add a nice touch of sweetness, while the cinnamon adds a warm and cozy flavor.


Sophie Gilmartin
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This pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.


Katumba Ronney
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I've been making this pilaf for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Adnan Niazi
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This is one of my favorite rice dishes. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Zain Kharal
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I made this recipe for my family, and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without any complaints.


Kit Kumari
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This pilaf is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to transport and serve, and it's always a hit.


Amir Azad
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of dried cherries, apricots, and cinnamon in a rice dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors work really well together.


Curt
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Ariyan Najmul
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I've made this pilaf several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Diaa JAMAL
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This recipe was a hit! The flavors of the dried cherries, apricots, and cinnamon blended perfectly with the fluffy rice.