Best 9 Rice With Almonds Raisins Recipes

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**Savor the Sweet and Savory Symphony of Rice with Almonds and Raisins: A Culinary Journey through Diverse Cultures**

Embark on a culinary journey across cultures with this versatile dish of rice with almonds and raisins. From the vibrant streets of Spain to the aromatic kitchens of India, this classic combination has captured hearts and palates for generations. Discover a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the diverse culinary expressions of this beloved dish. Whether you prefer the traditional Spanish paella brimming with seafood and saffron, the hearty Indian pulao bursting with fragrant spices, or the comforting Persian zereshk polo adorned with tart barberries, this article offers a treasure trove of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. From easy weeknight meals to special occasion showstoppers, these recipes celebrate the versatility and global appeal of rice with almonds and raisins. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors as you explore the culinary tapestry of this timeless dish.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

RICE PILAF WITH ALMONDS AND RAISINS



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Pilafs may be served at everyday meals but are grand enough for entertaining as well. If you like, you could add a generous pinch of saffron threads to the rice just before you cover it and let it simmer. You could also use chicken stock instead of the 22 cup water.

Provided by Madhur Jaffrey

Categories     Raisin     Almond     Potluck

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups basmati rice
3 tablespoons olive or canola oil or ghee
One 2-inch cinnamon stick
1/2 medium onion, sliced into fine half Rings
2 tablespoons slivered blanched almonds
2 tablespoons golden raisins
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Put the rice in a bowl. Wash in several changes of water. Drain. Let the rice soak in water that covers it generously for 30 minutes. Drain through a sieve and leave in the sieve suspended over a bowl to drip. Pour the oil into a heavy, medium pan (that has a tight-fitting lid) and set over medium-high heat. When hot, put in the cinnamon. Let it sizzle for 10 seconds. Put in the onions. Stir and fry the onions until they start to brown. Add the almonds. Stir until they are golden. Add the raisins. Stir until they are plump, just a few seconds. Add the drained rice and salt. Stir very gently to mix. Add 2 2/3 cups water and bring to a boil. Cover tightly, turn heat to very, very low, and simmer gently for 25 minutes.

RICE WITH ALMONDS & RAISINS



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This is a great side dish for a variety of meats. Toast the almonds to add another dimension of flavor. Especially good with Peachy Pork Chops. Could easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth.

Provided by French Fried Texan

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 tablespoons raisins
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
salt and pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted, if desired

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, stirring, until tender. Stir in the rice, raisins, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed. Stir in almonds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.6, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 310.9, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4, Protein 6.5

NUTTY BASMATI RICE WITH ALMONDS



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup slivered almonds
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup basmati rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place almonds in a medium saucepan and set pan over medium heat. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, until lightly golden brown, shaking the pan frequently to prevent burning. Add chicken broth, rice, salt, and black pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 20 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff with a fork before serving.

ARMENIAN RICE PILAF WITH RAISINS AND ALMONDS



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This traditional Armenian rice pilaf has been passed down through the generations of Christine Vartanian Datian's family. Peas, parsley and allspice have been added to the original for extra flavor and color.

Provided by Tara Parker-Pope

Time 45m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

5-6 tablespoons butter
4-5 ounces dried vermicelli or egg noodles
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 quart fat-skimmed vegetable, chicken or turkey broth
1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped golden or black raisins
1/2 cup frozen petite peas (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a 5- to 6-quart pan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Break or crush the vermicelli into 1-inch lengths. Add the pasta and rice to the butter and stir often until golden, about 5-8 minutes, being careful not to burn the vermicelli.
  • Add the broth, allspice and salt and pepper. Bring to a full boil over high heat, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is tender to bite, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a sauté pan over medium heat, melt remaining 1 or 2 tablespoons butter. Add the almonds and stir often until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the raisins and stir until they puff, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir peas if using, parsley and lemon juice into rice. Cover and simmer until peas are hot, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Pour pilaf into a serving bowl or on a platter and sprinkle with the raisin and nut mixture over the top. (Diced dried dates, figs, apricots or chopped walnuts may also be used in this topping.)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 573, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 85 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 551 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

RICE WITH ALMONDS AND RAISINS



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Categories     Nut     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Raisin     Almond     Fall     Healthy     Parsley     Simmer     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup long-grain rice
1/4 cup slices almonds, toasted golden
2 tablespoons dark raisins
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves (wash and dry before chopping)

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan bring water to a boil. Add salt and rice and cook, covered, over low heat 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in almonds, raisins, and butter and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper.

CINNAMON BASMATI RICE WITH GOLDEN RAISINS



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Basmati rice has a sweet, nutty flavor; in Hindi, the word basmati means "queen of fragrance."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup uncooked basmati rice
1 whole bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
2/3 cup golden raisins
2 cups water
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium high-sided saucepan set over medium heat. Add onion, cloves, and cinnamon; cook until onion becomes translucent and mixture is very fragrant.
  • Place rice in sieve, and rinse under cold running water. Add rice to saucepan, and stir so grains are coated in butter mixture.
  • Add bay leaf, cinnamon stick, raisins, salt, and pepper to saucepan. Stir in 2 cups water. Raise heat, and bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until all water has been absorbed and rice has cooked, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat, and let stand, covered, 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

ALMOND WILD RICE



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Made with both brown rice and wild rice, this popular pilaf has a hint of fruity sweetness, thanks to golden raisins. I prepare the casserole the morning of the party, then refrigerate it in an ovenproof dish to heat through later. -Mark Trinklein, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

5-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1 cup golden raisins
6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup uncooked wild rice
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 cup sliced or slivered almonds
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup broth to a boil. Remove from the heat; add raisins and set aside (do not drain). In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups of broth and 2 tablespoons of butter to a boil. Add wild rice; cover and simmer for 55-60 minutes or until the rice is tender; drain if necessary., Meanwhile, in large saucepan, combine the brown rice, 2 tablespoons butter and remaining broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until rice is tender; drain if necessary., In a small skillet, saute the almonds in remaining butter until lightly browned. In a serving bowl, combine the wild rice, brown rice, raisin mixture, almonds, parsley, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

RICE WITH ALMONDS AND RAISINS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup converted rice
2 tablespoons white or black raisins
1/3 cup blanched slivered almonds
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups fresh or canned chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan. Add the onion, stir and cook until wilted. Add the rice, raisins, almonds, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Stir and blend well.
  • Add the broth, bring to a boil, cover and simmer for 17 minutes or until tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in the butter and coriander and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 327, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 413 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

RICE WITH ALMONDS AND RAISINS



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I created this dish to serve with the Moroccan Lemon Chicken. However, this is a great side dish for any meal.

Provided by Merlot

Categories     Rice

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bag brown rice (I use Success Brand)
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons dark raisins
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon parsley

Steps:

  • Boil rice according to package directions (10 minutes on stove).
  • Saute' the almonds in butter until soft.
  • Add raisins and cook until a little soft.
  • Mix the cooked rice and the almond/raisin mixture together.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality basmati rice. Basmati rice has a long, slender grain that cooks up light and fluffy.
  • Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will remove any dirt or debris and help the rice cook evenly.
  • To add a nutty flavor to the rice, toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown. This will take about 3-5 minutes.
  • If you don't have any raisins on hand, you can substitute dried cranberries or cherries.
  • This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish. It pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, or lamb.

Conclusion:

Rice with almonds and raisins is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side dish, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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