LAMB AND RICE PILAF WITH DRIED APRICOTS AND PINE NUTS

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Categories     Lamb     Rice     Tomato     Dried Fruit     Apricot     Pine Nut     Fall     Simmer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 (main-dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 2 1/3-pound bone-in lamb leg sirloin, fat and sinew trimmed
3 teaspoons olive oil
1 large carrot, peeled, quartered lengthwise
1 small onion, halved
8 cups water
1 tomato, quartered
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup chopped tomato
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted

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.

reigh dominguez
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Yummy but time consuming.


Mir Khan
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I'm allergic to pine nuts, what can I substitute?


Zekrya Safi
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Great choice for a romantic dinner at home.


Tepoo Dogar
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My picky eater surprisingly cleared his plate, will definitely make this again.


Waleed Ahmed
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This 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
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This dish was a great way to use up leftover lamb. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Riad Aman
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I think this recipe could benefit from some herbs or spices. Next time I make it, I'll add some cumin and coriander.


Rachan Magar
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The combination of lamb, apricots, and pine nuts was really nice.


Bonolo Mataboge
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Amazing! My toddler ate this without any fuss. I think I've found a new favorite recipe for my family.


xxl Freshmen
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Was 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
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This 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
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I 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
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This 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
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Absolutely delicious! I've been making this dish for years and my friends never cease to ask for seconds and even thirds!


Kiersten
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This 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
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This 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!