Armenian Rice Pilaf With Raisins and Almonds Recipe

Name: Armenian Rice Pilaf With Raisins and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5-6 tablespoons butter; 4-5 ounces dried vermicelli or egg noodles; 2 cups long-grain white rice; 1 quart fat-skimmed vegetable, chicken or turkey broth; 1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped golden or black raisins; 1/2 cup frozen petite peas (optional); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

5-6 tablespoons butter
4-5 ounces dried vermicelli or egg noodles
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 quart fat-skimmed vegetable, chicken or turkey broth
1 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon white or black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped golden or black raisins
1/2 cup frozen petite peas (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1
In a 5- to 6-quart pan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter.
2
Break or crush the vermicelli into 1-inch lengths.
3
Add the pasta and rice to the butter and stir often until golden, about 5-8 minutes, being careful not to burn the vermicelli.
4
Add the broth, allspice and salt and pepper.
5
Bring to a full boil over high heat, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is tender to bite, about 20 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in a saute pan over medium heat, melt remaining 1 or 2 tablespoons butter.
7
Add the almonds and stir often until golden, about 5 minutes.
8
Add the raisins and stir until they puff, about 2 minutes.
9
Remove from heat.
10
Stir peas if using, parsley and lemon juice into rice.
11
Cover and simmer until peas are hot, about 3-4 minutes.
12
Pour pilaf into a serving bowl or on a platter and sprinkle with the raisin and nut mixture over the top.
13
(Diced dried dates, figs, apricots or chopped walnuts may also be used in this topping.)

1773

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

157

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 5-6 tablespoons butter, 4-5 ounces dried vermicelli or egg noodles, 2 cups long-grain white rice, 1 quart fat-skimmed vegetable, chicken or turkey broth, and more.

Yes, Armenian Rice Pilaf With Raisins and Almonds 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.

Armenian Rice Pilaf With Raisins and Almonds

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