Best 10 Rice Pilaf With Lamb Carrots And Raisins Recipes

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Rice pilaf with lamb, carrots, and raisins is a classic dish that combines the savory flavors of lamb and vegetables with the fluffy texture of rice. This flavorful dish is a perfect choice for a hearty and satisfying meal. The combination of lamb, carrots, and raisins provides a delightful balance of flavors, while the rice adds a comforting and filling base. Whether you're looking for a special occasion dish or a comforting weeknight meal, this rice pilaf with lamb, carrots, and raisins is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

AWESOME RICE PILAF



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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

3 tablespoons butter
2 carrots, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups white rice
1 (8.75 ounce) can no-salt-added sweet corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added sweet peas, drained
5 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 ½ tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons lemon pepper
2 teaspoons dried crushed parsley
4 pinches dried crushed thyme
1 pinch saffron
salt and ground black pepper to taste

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

RICE PILAF WITH CARROTS AND PARSLEY



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Carrots and leeks make a sweet combination, but you can also use regular onion in this pilaf. To get 1/2 cup of finely chopped parsley, begin with 2 cups leaves picked from the stems.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water or stock (chicken or vegetable)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small onion or 1 medium leek, finely chopped
3/4 pound carrots (2 large), peeled, cut in half lengthwise if large, and thinly sliced on the diagonal
Salt to taste
1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Place the rice in a bowl in the sink and rinse several times with water, or soak for 30 minutes, to wash away some of the starch. Drain through a strainer.
  • Heat the water or stock to a bare simmer in a saucepan or in a Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wide, heavy skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the carrots, onion or leek, and salt to taste. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 3 minutes, and add the rice. Cook, stirring, until the grains of rice are separate and beginning to crackle. Add the hot water or stock and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes, until all of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Uncover the rice and place a clean towel over the top of the pan (it should not be touching the rice). Replace the lid and allow the rice to sit for 10 minutes, undisturbed. Add the parsley and gently fluff the rice, then pile the pilaf onto a platter or into a wide bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 436 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

RICE PILAF WITH LAMB, CARROTS, AND RAISINS



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Provided by Sher Dil Qader

Categories     Lamb     Rice     Vegetable     Braise     Dinner     Raisin     Meat     Lamb Shank     Root Vegetable     Carrot     Fall     Winter     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 8 to 10 (main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups basmati rice (7 ounces)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless lamb shank (from 2 1/4 pounds bone-in shanks), cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch pieces
4 1/2 to 5 cups water, divided
2 large carrots, cut into 1/8-inch-thick matchsticks
1 cup raisins (6 ounces)
Accompaniments: chicken kebabs and cilantro garlic yogurt sauce

Steps:

  • Wash rice in several changes of cold water in a bowl until water is almost clear. Soak rice in cold water 1 hour, then drain well in a sieve.
  • While rice soaks, cook onion in oil in a wide 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 5 minutes. Pat lamb dry and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Add to onion and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Add 1 cup water and bring to a simmer. Cover pot and reduce heat to low, then braise lamb, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Stir in drained rice, carrots, raisins, and 2 teaspoons salt. Add enough water to cover mixture by 1 inch (3 1/2 to 4 cups) and bring to a boil, uncovered, over medium-high heat. Wrap a kitchen towel around lid with ends of towel on top, then cover pot and boil over medium heat 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 30 minutes.
  • Fluff rice with a fork and transfer pilaf to a large platter. Top with kebabs and serve with yogurt sauce.

RICE, RAISIN, AND HERB PILAF



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Categories     Herb     Nut     Rice     Side     Quick & Easy     Dried Fruit     Raisin     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
2 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and sauté 10 minutes. Mix in rice, then broth, raisins, lemon juice, and allspice. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until rice is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Mix in pine nuts, mint, and dill. Season with salt and pepper.

CARROT RAISIN PILAF



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"The raisins in this colorful rice pilaf add a touch of natural sweetness, while almonds add fun crunch," relates Lauretta Musser of Apollo, Pennsylvania. "A hint of curry boosts the flavor, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2-1/2 cups water
2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch julienne strips
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup raisins
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the water, carrots, rice, raisins, bouillon, curry powder, salt and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. Sprinkle with almonds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 733mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICE PILAF WITH RAISINS AND VEGGIES



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Surprisingly easy and extremely flavorful. The curry powder does not add an actual curry taste, just a nice rich flavor, so give it a try even if you aren't a curry fan.

Provided by Jacqueline

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 stalks celery, chopped
½ large onion, diced
4 green onions, white and green parts separated and sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
½ cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to boil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; continue simmering while preparing remaining ingredients.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, onion, green onion white portions, garlic, curry powder, and salt in the hot oil until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer vegetables to a bowl.
  • Cook and stir rice in the same skillet until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir toasted rice into boiling chicken broth. Reduce heat to medium-low; continue simmering until rice is tender and broth is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove rice from heat and stir in raisins, green onion tops, and celery mixture until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.5 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 701.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

RICE PILAF WITH LAMB



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Simple to prepare with a fresh & exotic flavor. The Saffron is a must & Basmati rice has one of the lowest & slowest impacts on blood sugar levels of all the white rices.

Provided by Captain_67

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground lamb
2 cups basmati rice (or other long grain)
1 onion (finely chopped)
1/2 red bell pepper (finely chopped)
2 3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth (no msg)
2 ounces pine nuts
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup frozen baby peas (thawed)
1/4 cup hot water
1/2 teaspoon saffron (steeped in hot water)
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

Steps:

  • Important:You will need a 5 quart roaster or Dutch oven with a well fitting lid to hold in heat & moisture.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Melt butter in roaster over medium high heat.
  • Add onions,bell pepper & salt & sweat (not brown) for a few minutes.
  • Stir in rice & pine nuts & gently toast while stirring until rice smells nutty.
  • Add Saffron & water, bay leaf & chicken broth. Increase heat to high, when broth starts to boil, stir ingredients once, place lid on roaster & place in oven for 15 minutes.
  • When oven time is up, remove roaster from oven & rest for another 15 minutes but DO NOT remove lid (rice is still cooking).
  • When rice is in oven, prepare the lamb by mixing with thyme & rosemary.
  • Season & brown lamb gently & break it into pieces about the size of a clove of garlic. When rice is rested, add lamb & peas & mix through with a fork, fluffing rice as you look to remove the bay leaf.
  • Serve onto a warm platter or plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 931.7, Fat 51.7, SaturatedFat 20.4, Cholesterol 113.3, Sodium 499.2, Carbohydrate 84.5, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 5.4, Protein 33.9

RICE PILAF WITH APPLES & RAISINS



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I love making bulgar pilaf with apricots. So glad I tried it with dried apples and golden raisins! -Elizabeth Dumont, Madison, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
1-1/2 cups water
1/4 cup chopped dried apples
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Add rice; cook and stir until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes., Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

RICE PILAF WITH GOLDEN RAISINS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup converted rice
4 tablespoons golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups water
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped coriander or parsley

Steps:

  • Melt one tablespoon butter in a small heavy saucepan, add the onions and cook, stirring until wilted.
  • Add rice, raisins, cumin, water, bay leaf and salt and pepper. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring. Cover pan tightly and simmer 17 minutes.
  • Discard bay leaf. Add coriander and remaining butter. With a fork, distribute butter through the rice. Keep covered in a warm place until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 268, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 389 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CURRIED RICE PILAF WITH LAMB



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This is another one of those grocery store recipes. The lamb chops baked atop this yummy rice is a great combination. (Prep time is approximate)

Provided by Denise in da Kitchen

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
4 shoulder lamb chops
salt and pepper
2/3 cup long grain rice
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup raisins
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
2 tablespoons slivered almonds, if desired
1 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a shallow 2-quart baking dish.
  • In a large skillet, brown chops in butter.
  • Remove chops; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Add rice to pan drippings; cook, stirring constantly, until grains turn golden brown.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients; pour into prepared dish.
  • Arrange chops on top.
  • Bake covered at 350 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes or until rice and chops are tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.8, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 651.1, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 5.3

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality lamb. Look for meat that is a deep red color and has a good amount of marbling.
  • If you don't have any lamb broth on hand, you can substitute chicken broth. However, the lamb broth will give the pilaf a richer flavor.
  • Be sure to rinse the rice well before cooking. This will help to remove any starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
  • Toasting the rice in a little butter before adding the broth will help to give it a nutty flavor.
  • Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Stir in the raisins, carrots, and nuts just before serving. This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Serve the pilaf immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

This rice pilaf with lamb, carrots, and raisins is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The lamb is tender and flavorful, and the carrots and raisins add a touch of sweetness and crunch. Serve this pilaf with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, a salad, or yogurt sauce.

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