Apricot Almond Pilaf

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A sumptuous but easy Persian-inspired dish. Rosewater can be found in Middle Eastern groceries and in many large supermarkets. The carrot, saffron, and apricots make for a beautiful gold color. Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom along with the saffron, if desired.

Submitted by JOHNTHEBEAR
Published on April 3, 2019
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 1 small carrot, finely chopped

  • 1 cup basmati rice

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 ⅞ cups water

  • ¼ teaspoon saffron threads, crushed

  • 1 tablespoon rose water

  • ¼ cup dried apricots, diced

  • ¼ cup slivered almonds

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and carrot until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in basmati rice and salt; cook and stir until rice is slightly opaque, about 3 minutes.

  2. Pour in water; stir to combine. Mix in saffron threads, rose water, apricots, and almonds; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice has absorbed the liquid, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow pilaf to stand covered for 10 more minutes. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

289 Calories
10g Fat
46g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 289
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 637mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 17%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 6g 11%
Vitamin C 2mg 3%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 206mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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