Moroccan Rice Pilaf With Saffron Recipe

Name: Moroccan Rice Pilaf With Saffron
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups long grain rice; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 -2 cinnamon stick; 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup peas (fresh or frozen); 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped (or yellow bell pepper); 1 carrot, finely chopped; 4 1/2 cups chicken stock or 4 1/2 cups vegetable stock; 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crushed

Servings: persons

2 cups long grain rice
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 -2 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
1 red bell pepper, finely chopped (or yellow bell pepper)
1 carrot, finely chopped
4 1/2 cups chicken stock or 4 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1/4 teaspoon saffron thread, crushed

1
In a sauce pan, heat the stock almost to boiling.
2
Meanwhile, mix the remaining ingredients (except the saffron) in a very large skillet or shallow stock pot.
3
Cook the rice and vegetables over medium heat, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and the rice begins to color.
4
Add the stock and saffron to the rice, stirring only once. Bring the stock to a simmer, and taste for salt.
5
Adjust the seasoning if desired.
6
Cover the rice, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently and undisturbed, for about 25 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
7
Fluff the rice with a fork, and serve.

1080

kcal

Calories

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups long grain rice, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Rice Pilaf With Saffron 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.

Moroccan Rice Pilaf With Saffron

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