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Saffron Apricot Almond Pilaf

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
60 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner
Saffron Apricot Almond Pilaf
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 7/8 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon rose water
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots, diced
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
Instructions
1
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter; continue to cook until the onion becomes soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Introduce the carrot into the saucepan and stir constantly until the onion is fully softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add basmati rice and a pinch of salt to the saucepan; stir until the rice is slightly translucent, about 3 minutes.
3
Pour in water and mix well to combine the ingredients. Introduce saffron threads, rose water, sliced apricots, and chopped almonds into the saucepan; bring to a boil.
4
Gradually reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid, approximately 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the pilaf to rest covered for an additional 10 minutes.
5
Before serving, gently stir the rice mixture to recombine its components.