Armenian Fruit And Nut Pilaf Recipe

Name: Armenian Fruit And Nut Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter or margarine; 3 ounces dried angel hair pasta; 2 cups long-grain white rice; 1 quart fat-skimmed chicken broth; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 3/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds; 3/4 cup coarsely chopped golden raisins; 3/4 cup frozen petite peas; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons butter or margarine
3 ounces dried angel hair pasta
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 quart fat-skimmed chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds
3/4 cup coarsely chopped golden raisins
3/4 cup frozen petite peas
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice

1
In a 5- to 6-quart pan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Break pasta into 1-inch lengths. Add pasta and rice to butter and stir often until golden, about 8 minutes.
2
Add broth, allspice, and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is tender to bite, 15 to 20 minutes; stir occasionally.
3
Meanwhile, in an 8- to 10-inch frying pan over medium heat, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add almonds and stir often until golden, about 5 minutes. Add raisins and stir until they puff, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
4
Stir peas, parsley, and lemon juice into rice. Cover and simmer until peas are hot, about 3 minutes. Pour into a serving bowl and sprinkle with nut and raisin mixture.

773

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons butter or margarine, 3 ounces dried angel hair pasta, 2 cups long-grain white rice, 1 quart fat-skimmed chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Armenian Fruit And Nut Pilaf falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Armenian Fruit And Nut Pilaf

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