Basmati Rice Pilaf with Pine Nuts and Dried Fruit
This fragrant Basmati Rice Pilaf strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The chewiness of dried fruit, the crunch of toasted pine nuts, and the softness of spiced rice create an irresistible contrast of textures. Use this aromatic dish as a flavorful side or as the base for a delicious rice bowl with your favorite proteins and veggies.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
Spice Mix
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cardamom
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cloves
Rice Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Shallot finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 cup Basmati Rice
- 1.75 cups Unsalted Chicken Bone Broth or the broth/stock you prefer
- 3 tablespoon Pine Nuts toasted
- 4 Turkish Apricots chopped
- 1/4 cup Dried Cherries chopped
- 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley finely chopped
- Kosher Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat in a medium saucepan or pot. Add the shallot and garlic, stirring often, and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the uncooked basmati rice and toast for 30 seconds, stirring continuously to coat the grains in the oil.1 Shallot, 3 cloves Garlic, 1 cup Basmati Rice, 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Add all of the spices from the spice mix, stir to combine, and cook for 1 minute. Then pour in the broth, stir, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes.1/4 teaspoon Turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon Coriander, 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper, 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cardamom, 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cloves, 1.75 cups Unsalted Chicken Bone Broth
- Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the toasted pine nuts, Turkish apricots, dried cherries, and fresh parsley until well combined. Taste and season with kosher salt as needed.3 tablespoon Pine Nuts, 4 Turkish Apricots, 1/4 cup Dried Cherries, 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley, Kosher Salt
Nutrition
Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1193IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg
