Best 10 Basmati Rice Pilaf With Apples Squash And Cranberries Recipes

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Basmati rice pilaf is a flavorful and aromatic dish that can be enjoyed as a side or main course. This particular recipe combines the nutty flavor of basmati rice with sweet and tart apples, squash, and cranberries, creating a dish that is both satisfying and nutritious. It is a versatile dish that can be tailored to your own personal preferences, making it a great option for both novice and experienced cooks alike. So gather your ingredients and let's begin our culinary journey to create a delightful basmati rice pilaf with apples, squash, and cranberries.

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APPLE CIDER AND SAUTEED APPLE BASMATI RICE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large sweet onion, finely diced
2 Fuji or Gala apples, diced
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat a Dutch oven over low heat and add the oil. Add the onions and sweat until translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium, add the apples, tossing well, and cook until they start to brown. Add the rice and thyme. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then add the chicken stock, apple juice, butter, vinegar and some salt and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce the heat to low and cook until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and adjust the salt as needed.

ALMOND CRANBERRY RICE PILAF



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup sliced almonds with skins
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups basmati rice or other long-grain white rice
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring constantly, until golden and nutty smelling, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and reserve.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the saucepan and add the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cranberries and cook, stirring, until well coated, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth, 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste, and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook until all the liquid has been absorbed, about 18 minutes. Take off the heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in half of the reserved almonds and the parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with the remaining toasted almonds.

BASMATI RICE PILAF



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Wonderful flavor and textured rice dish.

Provided by Carol Castellucci Miller

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ cup finely diced onion
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked basmati rice
salt to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Heat chicken stock in a saucepan until boiling; keep hot until ready to use.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a 2 quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and bay leaf in the hot oil until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir basmati rice into onion mixture until rice is coated with oil.
  • Pour hot chicken stock into the rice mixture. Season with salt; stir.
  • Bring rice mixture to a boil; cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Continue simmering until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat and discard bay leaf. Add butter and fluff the rice with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 279.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BASMATI RICE PILAF



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Serve this fluffy, flavorful rice with our Tandoori-Style Chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 small yellow onion, minced
1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, heat oil over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft, 5 minutes. Add rice; cook, stirring, until rice is translucent at edges, 2 minutes.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups water and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g

BASMATI RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Basmati Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 -5 tablespoons butter or 3 -5 tablespoons margarine
1 large onion, chopped
1/2-3/4 cup slivered almonds
1 cup basmati rice
1 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 cup currants (or to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons finely minced orange rind
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (use more for more spicy, or omit the pepper flakes)
1 3/4 cups good quality chicken broth
1/4 cup water
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter.
  • Saute the onion and almonds over medium heat until onion is soft (not brown) and the almonds are golden.
  • Stir in rice; cook stirring for about 4 minutes to release flavor.
  • Stir in chopped carrot, currants, orange peel, cinnamon, black pepper and red pepper flakes.
  • Carefully stir in chicken broth and water into the rice mixture, stir slightly with a wooden spoon.
  • Bring to a boil, and reduce heat.
  • Cover the saucepan and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, and the rice is tender (about 20 minutes).
  • Season with salt.

CURRIED BASMATI RICE AND APPLE PILAF



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Categories     Fruit     Rice     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Apple     Almond     Curry     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup basmati rice*
1 Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apple, peeled, cored, chopped
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
*Available at Indian markets and some supermarkets nationwide.

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and stir 30 seconds. Stir in rice, apple, apricots, cinnamon stick, ginger, curry powder and salt. Add 2 cups water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat. Season to taste with pepper and additional salt, if desired. Transfer pilaf to bowl. Sprinkle with almonds and serve.

CRANBERRY AND ALMOND RICE PILAF



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I've been making this dish for years - it's different from typical rice pilaf dishes in that the cranberries add the sweetness and the tartness that you don't expect in a savory dish. Oh, and it's super hard to fumble.

Provided by BOGINIA2

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup chopped onions
½ cup dried cranberries
1 ½ cups uncooked jasmine rice
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in hot oil until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir cranberries and jasmine rice into onion until rice is coated with oil and rice is lightly toasted, about 5 minutes more.
  • Pour chicken broth into skillet and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Bring rice mixture to a boil over high heat, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 22 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat; stir green onions, cilantro, and almonds into rice mixture. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 285.2 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

WILD AND BROWN RICE PILAF WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND DRIED CRANBERRIES



Wild and Brown Rice Pilaf with Butternut Squash and Dried Cranberries image

Categories     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Low Fat     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Cranberry     Butternut Squash     Fall     Healthy     Vegan     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped peeled carrot
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled seeded butternut squash
1 cup wild rice
1 cup long-grain brown rice
1 Fuji apple, peeled, cored, diced
1 cinnamon stick
3 3/4 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and carrot; sauté 5 minutes. Add ginger, curry powder, cumin, and garlic; stir 1 minute. Stir in squash and next 4 ingredients. Add 3 3/4 cups water and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cranberries. Cover; let stand until cranberries soften, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand uncovered at room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap; rewarm in microwave.)

BUTTERNUT SQUASH PILAF



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This rice-based recipe makes a delicious vegetarian dinner option or flavour-packed side dish, with butternut squash, tagine spices and crispy onions

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion , chopped
1 tbsp tagine spice blend (we used Bart Baharat)
350g pack ready-diced butternut squash
225g basmati rice
2.5cm/1in piece root ginger , peeled and finely grated
1 garlic clove , crushed
100g fruit & nut mix
600ml vegetable stock
1 tbsp ready-made crispy onions
chopped parsley , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Place a large pan over a medium heat. Add the oil and onion, and cook gently until softened, around 5 mins. Tip in the spice blend, butternut squash and rice, and fry until everything is sizzling and coated in the spices. Add the ginger and garlic, fry for 30 secs more, then scatter in the fruit & nut mix. Stir in the stock and put the lid on the pan. Keep covered but stir regularly, every 5 mins or so, for 20 mins.
  • Once the rice is tender and the stock has been absorbed, serve at once on a large platter topped with crispy fried onions and chopped parsley, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 63 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 10 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium

BASMATI RICE PILAF WITH APPLES, SQUASH AND CRANBERRIES



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A yummy side dish with lots of good flavors! This makes a great holiday dish or makes anyday special! This recipe is from Washington Post columnist Stephanie Witt Sedgwick.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion (preferably a sweet variety such as Maui, Wall Walla or Vidalia, cut into small dice, about 1/2 cup)
4 ounces butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch cubes (1 cup)
1 medium granny smith apple, peeled, cored, cut into 1/4- 1/2 inch cubes
1/3 cup dried sweetened cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice, rinsed according to package directions
2 1/2 cups about vegetable broth (or water or chicken broth)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, then add the squash, apple, cranberries and salt; stir to combine, and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the rice, stirring to coat evenly; then add the broth or water. Allow the liquid to come just to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Cover and reduce the heat so the liquid is barely bubbling at the edges; cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until the rice is tender and all of the broth or water has been absorbed; use a fork to stir once halfway through cooking.
  • Turn off the heat; let the finished rice sit, covered, for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Uncover, fluff with a fork and serve. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.5, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 53.5, Carbohydrate 48.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 8.8, Protein 4.1

Tips for Perfect Basmati Rice Pilaf:

  • Use high-quality basmati rice: Choose long, slender grains that cook up fluffy and separate.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly: This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from clumping.
  • Toast the rice in oil or butter: This adds a nutty flavor and helps prevent the rice from sticking to the pot.
  • Use a flavorful cooking liquid: Broth, stock, or even water can be used, but adding herbs, spices, or aromatics will enhance the flavor of the pilaf.
  • Cook the rice over low heat: This allows the grains to absorb the liquid slowly and cook evenly.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving: This helps separate the grains and gives the pilaf a light and fluffy texture.

Conclusion:

Basmati rice pilaf is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect basmati rice pilaf every time. So experiment with different ingredients and cooking methods to find your favorite pilaf recipe!

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