Nutty Carrot Pilaf Recipe

Name: Nutty Carrot Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups); 1 shallot, minced; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups basmati rice; 3/4 teaspoon caraway seeds; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/3 cup salted roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds); 1/3 cup chopped roasted almonds; Lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1 shallot, minced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
3/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/3 cup salted roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
1/3 cup chopped roasted almonds
Lemon wedges, for serving

1
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over moderately high heat.
2
Add the carrots and shallot, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallot is softened, about 3 minutes.
3
Stir in the rice and caraway seeds.
4
Add 2 1/2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
5
Cover and cook over low heat until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
6
Remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
7
Fluff the rice with a fork.
8
Stir in the parsley and season with salt and pepper.
9
Transfer the pilaf to a bowl and sprinkle with the pepitas and almonds.
10
Serve with lemon wedges.

415

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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: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups), 1 shallot, minced, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Nutty Carrot Pilaf 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.

Nutty Carrot Pilaf

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