Persian-style Basmati Rice Pilaf

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (optional)
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice
• 1/2-3/4 cup raisins
• 2 teaspoons turmeric (can use more to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; add in onions and almonds, saute for 6-7 minutes or until the onion are tender and the almonds are golden, adding in the fresh garlic the last 2-3 minutes of sautéing.
• 2 stir in rice, raisins, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and broth; bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat.
• 3 simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
• 4 season with black pepper.