Sarasota'S Almond Citrus Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Sarasota'S Almond Citrus Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/8 cups basmati rice; 1/2 cup celery, fine chopped; 1 garlic clove, sliced; 1/4 cup scallion, fine chopped; 1/4 cup cilantro, fine chopped; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 cup slivered almonds; 1/2 cup orange juice (too cook the rice in); 1/4 cup vegetable stock; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1 teaspoon lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon lime zest; salt; pepper; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

1 1/8 cups basmati rice
1/2 cup celery, fine chopped
1 garlic clove, sliced
1/4 cup scallion, fine chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, fine chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup orange juice (too cook the rice in)
1/4 cup vegetable stock
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon lime zest
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon butter

1
Rice -- In a medium size sauce pan, melt the butter over medium to medium high heat and add the rice. Lightly toast the rice, not too hot, you don't want it to burn. It will take just a couple of minutes.
2
Liquid -- Add in the broth, orange juice, garlic, thyme, and celery, and cover and cook on medium low until rice has absorbed all the water. About 15 - 20 minutes. Just follow the package directions.
3
Seasoning -- After the rice has cooked. Remove from the stove and add in the scallions, cilantro, almonds, 1 tablespoon orange juice and 1 teaspoon lime juice and zest, salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
4
Serve -- Serve in a nice bowl topped with a nice orange slice or some extra almonds. A great flavorful rice. ENJOY!

328

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/8 cups basmati rice, 1/2 cup celery, fine chopped, 1 garlic clove, sliced, 1/4 cup scallion, fine chopped, and more.

Yes, Sarasota'S Almond Citrus Rice 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sarasota'S Almond Citrus Rice Pilaf

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Variations & substitutions

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