SPICED RICE PILAF

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Fragrant with spices of the Middle East. This would go great with not only Middle Eastern food, but Indian food as well. You can find rose water (an optional ingredient) in Indian/Pakistani grocers, as well as some pharmacies.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup long grain rice
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can vegetable broth or 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1/4 cup water
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, cook onion in olive oil until tender. Stir in rice and spices. Cook, stirring constantly, until rice begins to turn golden.
  • Pour in broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift lid while cooking.
  • Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes undisturbed.
  • Then add the chopped spinach, raisins, and almonds, stirring, and fluffing with a fork. Sprinkle with rose water, and fluff a little bit more, if desired.

Lucia Garetshele
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This pilaf is delicious! I love the combination of spices and the rice is cooked perfectly. It's a great side dish for any meal.


Sean Allian Ajissah
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I've tried many different rice pilaf recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are amazing and the rice is always cooked perfectly.


Shahruhk Khan
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This pilaf is a great side dish for any meal. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.


DAREL LOZA
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I love this recipe! The rice pilaf is always fluffy and flavorful, and the spices are just right. I highly recommend it.


Made Up
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This spiced rice pilaf is a great way to add some flavor to your weeknight meals. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Azalea Fletcher
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I followed the recipe exactly and the rice pilaf turned out perfectly. It was fluffy and flavorful, and the spices were well-balanced. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mike Walton
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This pilaf was amazing! The flavors were so rich and complex, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


EBUBE EZEKIBIE
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I've made this spiced rice pilaf several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for any meal and it's also great for meal prep.


Young voice Shui
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This recipe was easy to follow and the rice pilaf turned out great! I used basmati rice and it was perfect. The spices were well-balanced and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


Dil kumar Newar
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I'm not a huge fan of rice, but this pilaf was delicious! The spices added so much flavor, and the rice was fluffy and tender. I'll definitely be making this again.


Andrew Omo
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This spiced rice pilaf was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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