RICE PILAF WITH GOLDEN RAISINS

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup converted rice
4 tablespoons golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups water
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped coriander or parsley

Steps:

  • Melt one tablespoon butter in a small heavy saucepan, add the onions and cook, stirring until wilted.
  • Add rice, raisins, cumin, water, bay leaf and salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring. Cover pan tightly and simmer 17 minutes.
  • Discard bay leaf. Add coriander and remaining butter. With a fork, distribute butter through the rice. Keep covered in a warm place until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 268, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 389 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Stella Kwofie
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This rice pilaf is a great vegetarian side dish. It's packed with flavor and the golden raisins add a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty and easy vegetarian rice pilaf recipe.


Rehman Khan Safi
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I love spicy food, so I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to this rice pilaf. It gave it a nice kick without being too overpowering. I would definitely recommend trying this if you like spicy food.


Yousof Shamiri
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This rice pilaf is a classic for a reason. It's simple, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a bit of chopped fresh parsley at the end for extra flavor.


Orlando Johnson jr
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This was my first time making rice pilaf, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kilolo Rapheal
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I've tried rice pilaf in many different countries, and this recipe is one of the best. It's flavorful and aromatic, and the golden raisins add a nice touch of sweetness. I highly recommend it.


aaron thibodeaux
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This rice pilaf is perfect for college students on a budget. It's affordable, easy to make, and it makes a lot of food. I also like that it's a healthy and delicious option.


Aslan Petty
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This rice pilaf is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Miraj Hassan
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This rice pilaf is a healthy and delicious side dish. It's made with brown rice, which is a good source of fiber and nutrients. The golden raisins and pine nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Ryan Hoffman
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I'm not usually a fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The golden raisins and pine nuts added a lot of flavor and texture. I would definitely make this again.


Thomas Kondorvoh
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This rice pilaf was a great side dish for my roasted chicken. It was simple to make and had a really nice flavor. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty and easy rice pilaf recipe.


sahilaliasgagan goria
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I'm a huge fan of rice pilaf, and this recipe did not disappoint. It was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the golden raisins added a nice pop of sweetness.


Sk Sufiyan
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This rice pilaf recipe is a winner! The golden raisins add a touch of sweetness and the pine nuts give it a nice crunch. I also added a bit of chopped parsley for extra flavor. Will definitely be making this again.