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

Kevin Taylor
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This rice pilaf is a great make-ahead dish. It can be reheated in the microwave or oven.


Meithe ale Magar
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I like to add a handful of chopped fresh parsley to this rice pilaf for a pop of color.


francis stephen
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This rice pilaf is a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


Trixy
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to dress up rice.


Wecie Becie
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This is a great recipe for a flavorful and festive side dish.


rebecca wakarema
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I made this rice pilaf for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Asiimwe Fortunate
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make rice pilaf. I love the combination of cranberries and almonds.


Liyema Dudes
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I've made this rice pilaf several times and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any meal.


Kirt Trik
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This recipe is a keeper! The rice pilaf was fluffy and flavorful, and the cranberries and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Rakib Hossen
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I made this rice pilaf last night and it was a huge success! My family loved it. The cranberries and almonds added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Bikila Lamessa
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This cranberry and almond rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth with cranberries, almonds, and onions, and it has a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. I served it