Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter (or to taste)
- 1/3 cup almonds, sliced or slivered
- 1 cup onion, diced small
- 1 cup brown rice, long grain
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 2 cups water
- 2 teaspoons chicken broth/seasoning, dry
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Pepper, ground (to taste)
Instructions
1: Melt butter over low heat in a saucepan. Add almonds and cook until they are golden brown. Stir frequently.
2: Remove the almonds and place them on a paper towel to drain. Set them aside.
3: Add the onion to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until the onion is soft. Stir frequently.
4: Add the rice and raisins. Sauté for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring almost constantly.
5: Stir in the water and chicken seasoning.
6: Bring to a boil. Cover the pan. Reduce the heat to low. Cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed (about 35 - 45 minutes). If the water is gone but the rice is not tender, add a bit more water. Cook until desired tenderness.
7: Add salt and pepper to taste.
8: Stir in almonds and serve.
Notes
If you use white rice, cook 20 - 25 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
I use vegan chicken broth/seasoning. You can also use 2 cups of liquid chicken broth in place of the seasoning and water.
Double this recipe if desired.
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