**Aromatic Rice Pilaf with Currants and Pine Nuts: A Culinary Journey to the Middle East**
Embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of the Middle East with our exquisite rice pilaf, a delightful dish that dances on your palate with its symphony of flavors. This delectable creation combines fragrant basmati rice, plump currants, toasted pine nuts, and a medley of aromatic spices, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every preference, from a classic rendition to a vegetarian delight and even a tantalizing chicken and vegetable extravaganza. Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting aromas and flavors of this beloved Middle Eastern dish.
RICE PILAF WITH PINE NUTS
Provided by Amy Finley
Categories Onion Rice Side Quick & Easy Pine Nut Low Cholesterol Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in rice. Add broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff rice with fork; add pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper.
RICE PILAF WITH CURRANTS AND PINE NUTS
This is the rice recipe that I got from my husbands grandmother and made a few changes to it. I won 2nd place in a recipe contest once with this recipe. This is my grandkids favorite recipe to go with my Flank Steak with Red Wine Sauce. It can be made with chicken broth if serving with chicken. I prefer the beef broth flavor the most.
Provided by neilbur
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 55m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in skillet. Add the rice and brown till slightly golden. Add broth and water carefully. Add the currants, bring to a boil and cover and cook on low heat for about 45 minute to an hour. Don't peek at it. Serve with the pine nuts on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.8, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 413.2, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 4.1
PINE NUT AND CRANBERRY RICE PILAF
Juicy cranberries and crunchy pine nuts easily dress up rice in this special side dish. The subtle flavors make it an appropriate accompaniment to many entrees.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 4-5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter and oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. , Add the broth, mushrooms, cranberries, garlic powder, curry powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. , Remove from the heat. Stir in parsley; sprinkle with pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
AWESOME RICE PILAF
Rice combined with a medley of vegetables and spices. A great side dish with chicken and pork. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
Provided by tooshay
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir carrots, celery, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Gently stir rice, corn, and peas into vegetables to combine. Pour chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce into rice mixture. Season with lemon pepper, parsley, thyme, saffron, salt, and black pepper, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let pilaf stand covered until grains are separate, 10 to 15 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 379.5 mg, Sugar 3 g
CLASSIC RICE PILAF
Cooking a perfect batch of white rice without a rice cooker can be a challenge. That's why we are going for forget about cooking rice on the stove and show you the incredibly delicious and absolutely foolproof world of pilaf!
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine rice and onion mixture in a 9x13-inch casserole dish placed on a baking sheet. Stir thoroughly to coat the rice.
- Combine chicken stock, salt, saffron, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock mixture over rice in the casserole dish and stir to combine. Spread mixture evenly along the bottom of the pan. Cover tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Remove foil and fluff with a fork to separate the grains of rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 955.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your rice pilaf will be. Choose a good quality rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice. Use fresh vegetables and herbs, and flavorful nuts and dried fruits.
- Toast the rice before cooking. This will help to bring out the nutty flavor of the rice and give it a more even texture.
- Use a good quality broth. The broth is what will give your rice pilaf its flavor, so make sure to use a good quality broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even beef broth.
- Don't overcook the rice. Rice pilaf is best when it is slightly al dente, so don't overcook it. Cook it according to the package directions, or until the rice is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
- Let the rice pilaf rest before serving. This will help the rice to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients and will also make it easier to serve.
Conclusion:
Rice pilaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. With its nutty flavor, fluffy texture, and vibrant colors, rice pilaf is sure to be a hit at your next meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give rice pilaf a try!
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