Fruited Wild Rice W/ Toasted Nuts Recipe

Name: Fruited Wild Rice W/ Toasted Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6 1/4 ounce) boxes quick-cooking long grain and wild rice mix; 2 tablespoons walnuts or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 1 (2 1/4 ounce) bag walnuts, pieces; ⅔ cup slivered almonds; 1 (2 1/4 ounce) bag pecan pieces; 2 cups chopped onions; 12 dried apricots, sliced (makes about 1/2 c); ½ cup dried cherries or ½ cup cranberries; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ¼ cup honey; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon grated orange peel

Servings: persons

2 (6 1/4 ounce) boxes quick-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
2 tablespoons walnuts or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 (2 1/4 ounce) bag walnuts, pieces
⅔ cup slivered almonds
1 (2 1/4 ounce) bag pecan pieces
2 cups chopped onions
12 dried apricots, sliced (makes about 1/2 c)
½ cup dried cherries or ½ cup cranberries
2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated orange peel

1
Cook rice as box directs.
2
Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over med-high heat for 1 minute.
3
Add nuts.
4
Cook stirring frequently about 8 minutes or until pecans are browned.
5
Remove from skillet and set aside.
6
Add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil and the onions into the skillet.
7
Cook about 10 minutes or until onions begin to brown.
8
Add apricots, cherries, ginger, red pepper, and reserved nuts; cook another 5 minutes.
9
Whisk together honey soy sauce and orange peel in a small bowl; add onion mixture and then toss with rice.
10
(Note) This dish can be served as a cold rice salad: Spoon the hot rice on to a large baking dish and chill in the refrigerator about 15 to 25 minutes then toss with cooled nuts, onion mixture and honey sauce.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6 1/4 ounce) boxes quick-cooking long grain and wild rice mix, 2 tablespoons walnuts or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, 1 (2 1/4 ounce) bag walnuts, pieces, ⅔ cup slivered almonds, and more.

Yes, Fruited Wild Rice W/ Toasted Nuts falls under the General 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!

Fruited Wild Rice W/ Toasted Nuts

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