PUMPKIN PILAF
Categories Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Vegan
Yield 4-6 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1 - Heat oven to 400* Toss pumpkin cubes with 1 tbs oil, the coriander & cumin and 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste) and spread out on a baking sheet. Roast in oven for 25 - 35 minutes till cooked through and slightly caramalised. 2 - While pumpkin is cooking, wash rice 2 - 3 times and drain in a sieve. 3 - Heat 1 tbs oil in a pan with a tight fitting lidover medium heat. Add onion, and saute till limp and picking up brown flecks. Add ginger and garlic, saute 30 secs. Add rice, stir around for another minute till all grains are coated with the flavoured oil. 4 - Add 1 3/4 cups water, and 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, stir well, cover with a tight fitting lid. Lower heat to the lowest on your stove and let cook for 20 min. Turn off the heat and leave for another 5-10 minutes to steam. 5 - By the time the rice is cooked, the pumpkin will be roasted also. Fluff the rice with a fork, and toss with the pumpkin and cilantro. Spoon on to a serving dish, and garnish with the toasted nuts.
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Racquel Barnett
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is a great dish to make ahead of time. It can be reheated in the microwave or oven. I often make this pilaf on the weekend and then reheat it for lunch during the week.
Hiii
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is a great dish to serve for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious. I would definitely make this again for a dinner party.
Ilija Djordjevic
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover rice from making chicken and rice soup and I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The pilaf was delicious and it was a great way to use up my leftover rice.
Masum Singh
[email protected]I'm not a fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this pilaf. The pumpkin flavor is subtle and not overpowering. The pilaf is also very creamy and filling. I would definitely make this again.
Yeona Lee
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is a great way to get your kids to eat pumpkin. My kids loved it! The pilaf is creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin seeds add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Enrique Collazo
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook with pumpkin. This pumpkin pilaf is a great addition to my recipe repertoire. It's easy to make and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Kaylee Forbus
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is the perfect fall dish. It's warm and comforting, and the pumpkin flavor is just right. I love that this recipe is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Roxanne Sock
[email protected]I made this pumpkin pilaf for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The pilaf was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin seeds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Steven Mumo
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin. I had some leftover pumpkin puree from making pumpkin pie and I decided to try this recipe. I'm so glad I did! The pilaf was delicious and it was a great way to use up my leftover pumpkin.
bstol tik
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this pilaf. The pumpkin flavor is subtle and not overpowering. The pilaf is also very creamy and filling. I would definitely make this again.
Anish Lama
[email protected]I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used different types of pumpkin, including butternut squash and acorn squash, and it always turns out great. I've also added different spices and herbs to suit my taste. This is a great recipe to exp
shazz russel
[email protected]I've made this pumpkin pilaf several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The pumpkin pilaf is creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin seeds add a nice crunch.
Ayesha Akhter Aysha Akther
[email protected]This pumpkin pilaf is an absolute delight! The flavors and textures blend together perfectly. The pumpkin adds a lovely sweetness and the spices give it a warm and inviting aroma. I highly recommend this recipe.