Rice Pilaf with Pistachios and Prunes Recipe

Name: Rice Pilaf with Pistachios and Prunes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 2 1/2 cups basmati rice; 4 small bay leaves; Kosher salt; 1/2 cup Asian sesame oil; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 3 large shallots, thinly sliced (1 cup); 8 whole star anise pods; 2 teaspoons very finely chopped fresh ginger; 2 teaspoons coarsely crushed black pepper; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 8 pitted prunes, coarsely chopped; 2/3 cup salted shelled pistachios

Servings: persons

5 cups water
2 1/2 cups basmati rice
4 small bay leaves
Kosher salt
1/2 cup Asian sesame oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
3 large shallots, thinly sliced (1 cup)
8 whole star anise pods
2 teaspoons very finely chopped fresh ginger
2 teaspoons coarsely crushed black pepper
1 teaspoon turmeric
8 pitted prunes, coarsely chopped
2/3 cup salted shelled pistachios

1
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
2
Add the rice, bay leaves and 1 teaspoon of salt and bring back to a boil.
3
Cover and cook over low heat until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 25 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat the sesame oil.
5
Add the cumin seeds and cook over moderate heat until sizzling, about 1 minute.
6
Add the shallots, star anise pods, ginger, pepper and turmeric and cook, stirring, until the shallots are softened and starting to brown, about 7 minutes.
7
Stir in the prunes and pistachios and season with salt.
8
Discard the star anise pods.
9
Fluff the rice with a fork and discard the bay leaves.
10
Spread the rice on a platter.
11
Top with the pistachio-and-prune mixture and serve.

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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: 5 cups water, 2 1/2 cups basmati rice, 4 small bay leaves, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Rice Pilaf with Pistachios and Prunes 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.

Rice Pilaf with Pistachios and Prunes

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