Golden Rice Pilaf with Dried Fruit and Almonds - Once Upon a Chef

Golden Rice Pilaf with Dried Fruit and Almonds - Once Upon a Chef

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Enjoy this flavorful golden rice pilaf with basmati rice, spices, dried fruit, and almonds—perfect with chicken, lamb, or grilled meat.

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Ingredients

  • 1½ cups basmati rice
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup finely chopped yellow onions ((from one small onion))
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 2¼ cups water
  • 1¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅓ cup dried fruit, (such as currants, raisins or finely chopped dried apricots)
  • ¼ cup sliced or slivered almonds, (toasted in a small dry skillet over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes)

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