Golden Basmati Rice with Apricots Recipe

Name: Golden Basmati Rice with Apricots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads; 1/4 cup warm water; 7 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 1/2 cups basmati rice; 4 cups chicken stock; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 2/3 cup salted roasted almonds, coarsely chopped; 6 dried apricots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 large Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
1/4 cup warm water
7 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 1/2 cups basmati rice
4 cups chicken stock
2 teaspoons salt
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2/3 cup salted roasted almonds, coarsely chopped
6 dried apricots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
Freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 375.
2
In a small bowl, crumble the saffron over the warm water and let stand for 5 minutes.
3
In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter.
4
Add the onion and garlic and cook over moderate heat until softened, 7 minutes.
5
Stir in the cinnamon, then add the rice and stir to coat.
6
Add the stock, saffron and its soaking liquid and the salt and bring to a boil.
7
Transfer the rice and liquid to a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish.
8
Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes, or until the stock is absorbed and the rice is tender.
9
In a large skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
10
Add the scallions and cook over moderately high heat for 30 seconds.
11
Add the almonds and apricots and cook until the apricots start to brown, about 2 minutes.
12
Add the apple and cook, stirring, just until warmed, about 1 minute.
13
Stir the mixture into the rice, season with pepper and serve hot.

1222

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, 1/4 cup warm water, 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Golden Basmati Rice with Apricots falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Golden Basmati Rice with Apricots

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