RICE PILAF WITH CURRANTS AND PINE NUTS
Steps:
- Place rice in medium bowl and add enough water to cover by 2 inches; using hands, gently swish grains to release excess starch. Carefully pour off water, leaving rice in bowl. Repeat four to five times, until water runs almost clear. Using a colander or fine mesh strainer, drain water from rice; place colander over bowl and set aside. Bring 2 1/4 cups water to boil, covered, in small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add salt and season with pepper; cover to keep hot. Meanwhile, heat butter in large saucepan over medium heat until foam begins to subside; add onion and sauté until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes. Add turmeric, cinnamon, and garlic to sautéed onion; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds longer. Add rice and stir to coat grains with butter; cook until edges of rice grains begin to turn translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir hot seasoned water into rice; return to boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 16-18 minutes. Off heat, remove lid, sprinkle currants over rice in pan (do not mix in), and place kitchen towel folded in half over saucepan; replace lid. Let stand 10 minutes; toss in toasted pine nuts, fluff rice with fork, and serve.
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Dilse Prince
[email protected]I didn't have any pine nuts, so I used chopped walnuts instead. They worked great!
Diana Mutizwa
[email protected]I'm not a fan of currants, so I omitted them from the recipe. The rice pilaf was still delicious.
Domantas Dzekevicius
[email protected]This rice pilaf is a great side dish for any type of protein. I especially like it with chicken or fish.
Elias Galchu
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to make rice pilaf that's both flavorful and delicious.
khowar mailis
[email protected]This rice pilaf is so easy to make. I just followed the recipe and it turned out perfect.
Nigel Veerasamy
[email protected]The currants in this rice pilaf add a nice touch of sweetness. It's a great way to balance out the savory flavors.
Oladele Beauty
[email protected]I love the nutty flavor of the pine nuts in this rice pilaf. It's a great way to add some extra flavor and texture.
MD:SABBBIR B
[email protected]This rice pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for any type of protein.
Carol Gerard
[email protected]I'm always looking for new rice pilaf recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so flavorful and delicious.
Nandi Malope
[email protected]This rice pilaf is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it cook.
Andrew Grove
[email protected]I love the combination of currants and pine nuts in this rice pilaf. It's a great way to add some sweetness and crunch.
Sajad Khan
[email protected]This rice pilaf is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
David Thompson
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so fluffy and flavorful!
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[email protected]I made this rice pilaf for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors.
Emanuel Senfuka
[email protected]This rice pilaf is so flavorful and aromatic! The currants and pine nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.