Fragrant Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Fragrant Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 cup onion, diced; 2 tablespoons garlic, finely minced; 4 carrots, diced; 1 ½ cups long grain rice; 3 ½ cups chicken broth; 12-¾ cup dried cherries

Servings: persons

½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup onion, diced
2 tablespoons garlic, finely minced
4 carrots, diced
1 ½ cups long grain rice
3 ½ cups chicken broth
12-¾ cup dried cherries

1
Combine cumin, saffron and salt; set aside.
2
Heat butter and oil in a pot over low heat then add the onions and wilt, stirring for 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic and carrots; cook 5 minutes more, sprinkling with the spice mixture.
4
Add the rice and cook for 1 minute, stirring to mix well.
5
Add the broth and cherries.
6
Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook, covered, until all the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
7
Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.

733

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ¼ teaspoon saffron thread, crumbled, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Rice Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Fragrant Rice Pilaf

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