Golden Vanilla Rice Pilaf

Rice pilaf is a popular dish in many cultures, with variations found in Middle Eastern, Asian, and Mediterranean cuisines.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Golden Vanilla Rice Pilaf

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Basmati Rice
• 2.5 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 0.5 cup Golden Raisins
• 0.25 sliced Almonds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
3. Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it with the butter. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add the vegetable broth, vanilla extract, raisins, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the sliced almonds and fresh parsley.
8. Serve the golden vanilla rice pilaf hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.