BASMATI RICE PILAF WITH APRICOTS
Here's to the humble chicken breast: No more dowdy sides for you. Rice takes on exotic flare when laced with spices, dried fruits, and nuts.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Put the apricots and lemon zest in the 2 cups of cold water. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the garam masala, and toast, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the onion and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 6 minutes.
- Stir in the rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in the water along with the apricots, lemon zest, the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, wrap a clean dish towel around the saucepan lid, and cover saucepan. Cook for 10 minutes, set aside for 5 minutes undisturbed, then remove lid and fluff with a fork. Mound the pilaf on a serving platter or in a shallow bowl, tear the mint over, and top with the nuts.
- Game Plan: Toast the nuts while the rice cooks.
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Rock Maina
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Lebogang Tracy
[email protected]This is the best rice pilaf recipe I've ever tried! I've made it several times and it's always perfect.
afzal anwer
[email protected]I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I'm definitely going to try more recipes from this website.
Sana Shahzadi
[email protected]This recipe is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it! The flavors are amazing and it's a beautiful dish to serve.
Adamu Salihu
[email protected]I added some chopped carrots and celery to this recipe and it was even better! The vegetables added a nice crunch and sweetness.
alfredo gomez Garcia
[email protected]I made this recipe with brown rice and it was still delicious! I love that this recipe is so versatile.
Hamza Khokhar
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have some leftover rice in my fridge, so this is a perfect way to use it up.
elia masawe
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of apricots, but I loved this recipe! The sweetness of the apricots was perfectly balanced by the savory flavors of the rice and nuts.
Abdull Rehmaan Khan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The apricots and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Mano G
[email protected]This is one of my favorite rice pilaf recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.
Mubarak Suleiman m
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation was beautiful.
Nhluvuko Ashley
[email protected]This recipe was absolutely delicious! The apricots added a wonderful sweetness and the nuts gave it a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.