LAMB AND RICE PILAF WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND PINE NUTS
Categories Lamb Rice Tomato Dried Fruit Apricot Pine Nut Fall Simmer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 (main-dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add lamb, carrot and halved onion; sauté until lamb browns, about 10 minutes. Add 8 cups water, quartered tomato, and bay leaf. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium and boil gently, uncovered, until liquid is reduced to 4 cups, turning lamb often, about 45 minutes. Transfer lamb to cutting board; cool slightly. Strain lamb cooking liquid into bowl; spoon off any fat from surface. Discard lamb bone and vegetables. Cut lamb into 1-inch pieces.
- Combine chopped onion and remaining 1 teaspoon oil in same pot. Sauté over medium-high heat until onion is golden, about 4 minutes. Add rice, apricots, and garlic; stir 1 minute. Stir in reserved lamb cooking liquid, lamb pieces, and chopped tomato. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmr until rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl; sprinkle with cilantro and pine nuts and serve.
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reigh dominguez
reigh@hotmail.comYummy but time consuming.
Mir Khan
mir.khan@gmail.comI'm allergic to pine nuts, what can I substitute?
Zekrya Safi
z@yahoo.comGreat choice for a romantic dinner at home.
Tepoo Dogar
dogar_tepoo33@hotmail.comMy picky eater surprisingly cleared his plate, will definitely make this again.
Waleed Ahmed
waleed-ahmed89@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out great. My friends and family love it.
Krishna B.k
b_krishna@yahoo.comThis dish was a great way to use up leftover lamb. It was easy to make and very flavorful.
Riad Aman
aman-r54@gmail.comI think this recipe could benefit from some herbs or spices. Next time I make it, I'll add some cumin and coriander.
Rachan Magar
m_rachan69@aol.comThe combination of lamb, apricots, and pine nuts was really nice.
Bonolo Mataboge
mataboge_b6@hotmail.comAmazing! My toddler ate this without any fuss. I think I've found a new favorite recipe for my family.
xxl Freshmen
x@hotmail.frWas very excited to try this recipe but unfortunately some of the measurements provided were not quite accurate. Had to do some improvising to fix it, but overall the outcome was delicious.
Xavier Bowley
bowley.xavier9@hotmail.comThis was my first time making lamb and rice pilaf, and I was very happy with the results. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.
Vusi M.k
m@yahoo.comI love this recipe. I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect. I especially like the addition of dried apricots and pine nuts. I definitely recommend trying this recipe.
Kashif Rai
k-rai@yahoo.comThis recipe is one I will never forget to make for my guests! The contrast of flavors from the lamb and apricots was just delightful.
Shjjad Shjjad
shjjad-s@aol.comAbsolutely delicious! I've been making this dish for years and my friends never cease to ask for seconds and even thirds!
Kiersten
kiersten45@hotmail.comThis recipe is okay. However, I have to propose some changes to make it the perfect meal: I used a different cut of lamb and substituted the pine nuts with cashews. The prep time given in the recipe is also somewhat inaccurate.
Gold T
gold-t66@hotmail.comThis dish was a hit with my family! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the rice pilaf was cooked perfectly. The apricots and pine nuts added a nice sweetness and crunch. Great recipe!