Golden Pilaf With Apricots, Raisins And Almonds

Name: Golden Pilaf With Apricots, Raisins And Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup blanched slivered almond; 3/4 cup diced onion; 3 inches cinnamon sticks; 1 packet goya sazon goya, con azafran; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 (12 ounce) package goya basmati rice; 2 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup chopped dried apricot; 1/4 cup seedless raisins or 1/4 cup zante currants

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup blanched slivered almond
3/4 cup diced onion
3 inches cinnamon sticks
1 packet goya sazon goya, con azafran
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (12 ounce) package goya basmati rice
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup chopped dried apricot
1/4 cup seedless raisins or 1/4 cup zante currants

1
Brown almonds in saucepan with olive oil over medium heat.
2
Remove almonds and set aside.
3
Add onion to the same saucepan and cook for 5 minutes.
4
Stir in cinnamon, sazon, salt, cardamom and nutmeg.
5
Cook for 1 minute.
6
Add rice, cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
7
Stir in water, milk, apricots and raisins.
8
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
9
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
10
Fluff with a fork, garnish with reserved almonds and serve.

552

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* 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

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 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 cup blanched slivered almond, 3/4 cup diced onion, 3 inches cinnamon sticks, and more.

Yes, Golden Pilaf With Apricots, Raisins And Almonds 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!