WILD RICE PILAF WITH PORCINI, CRANBERRIES & TOASTED ALMONDS

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This rice pilaf is an elegant dish to serve for special occasion! It goes well with so many different proteins... VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKsuXukxD60

Provided by CLUBFOODY

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup wild rice
2 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 ounce dried funghi porcini, soaked in water for 30 minutes
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
3/4 cup basmati rice, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 large garlic clove, pressed
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, combine wild rice, ¾ cup chicken broth and 1 tablespoons butter; bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 40 minutes.
  • Place porcini in a small bowl, add enough water to cover and soak for 30 minutes. In a small skillet on medium heat, toast almonds; remove from the heat and set aside. Place basmati rice in a fine sieve over a bowl and rinse until water is no longer cloudy; let it drain. After 30 minutes, drop porcini in a fine sieve and let it drain.
  • After 40 minutes, add basmati to wild rice. Pour the remaining broth (1 ½ cups), give a good stir and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • In another pot over medium heat, add butter. When melted, add onion and sauté for 2 minutes. Add porcini, making sure to leave dirt behind, and garlic; sauté for 1 minute. Pour in white wine and cook until almost evaporate; stir and remove from the heat.
  • When rice is cooked, add porcini mixture, cranberries and toasted almonds; season with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt. Give a good stir, cover, remove from the heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes before serving. For the final touch, sprinkle chopped parsley for each bowl.

New Uaq
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


RIS 450
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Eman Gul
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This dish was a little too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Abdul Majeed Musah Ali
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I'm not a big fan of wild rice, but this dish was really good! The flavors were well-balanced and the rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Russell Hoppy
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This is the best wild rice pilaf I've ever had! The porcini mushrooms and cranberries add a really nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Odii Uchenna Maxwell
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Shusil Yadav
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This wild rice pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for any meal. I like to serve it with roasted vegetables or grilled chicken.


Moris Kugonza
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I've been looking for a good wild rice pilaf recipe and this one is perfect! It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Khloe Peffer
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This is my new favorite wild rice pilaf recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend it.


Mhabuba Akter
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This wild rice pilaf is so delicious and flavorful! I love the combination of wild rice, porcini mushrooms, cranberries, and toasted almonds. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion.


M Kashif
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover wild rice. I also like to add some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme.


Tariq Iqbal
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This wild rice pilaf is a great side dish for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with roasted chicken or fish.


Abdullahi Mujaheed
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! Everyone went back for seconds. The rice was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the addition of the cranberries. They added a nice pop of sweetness and tartness.


Daniel Cummings
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This wild rice pilaf was a hit at our dinner party! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. The porcini mushrooms added a rich, earthy flavor, the cranberries added a tart sweetness, and the toasted almonds added a nice crunch. I will de