Lemony Rice Pilaf With Raisins & Carrots Recipe

Name: Lemony Rice Pilaf With Raisins & Carrots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup chicken broth diluted with 1-3/4 cups water, or 2-1/2 cups homemade chicken broth; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions; 1-1/4 cups rice; 1/4 cup golden raisins; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon; Pinch of ground cardamom (optional); 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

3/4 cup chicken broth diluted with 1-3/4 cups water, or 2-1/2 cups homemade chicken broth
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions
1-1/4 cups rice
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
Pinch of ground cardamom (optional)
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

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Preparation Time: 35 minutes
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1. In small saucepan, bring broth to a boil; set aside.
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2. In medium nonstick saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in carrots and scallions, and saute, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
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3. Add rice, raisins, pepper, cinnamon and cardamom (if using), and stir to mix. Pour in broth mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
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4. Stir lemon zest and juice into rice and allow to stand 5 minutes before serving.

210

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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: 3/4 cup chicken broth diluted with 1-3/4 cups water, or 2-1/2 cups homemade chicken broth, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 cup shredded carrots, 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions, and more.

Yes, Lemony Rice Pilaf With Raisins & Carrots 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.

Lemony Rice Pilaf With Raisins & Carrots

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