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Persian-Style Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe

Persian-Style Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe

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Ingredients:

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

Directions:

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.
Stir in rice, raisins, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and broth; bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat.
Simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
Season with black pepper.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	487.3 Kcal (2040 kJ)
Calories from fat	217.88 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.21g	37%
Cholesterol	30.53mg	10%
Sodium	649.5mg	27%
Potassium	594.1mg	13%
Total Carbs	64.81g	22%
Sugars	1.68g	7%
Dietary Fiber	5.27g	21%
Protein	11.51g	23%
Vitamin C	4.1mg	7%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	5%
Iron	37.4mg	208%
Calcium	76.3mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	138.63 Kcal (580 kJ)
Calories from fat	61.99 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.89g	37%
Cholesterol	8.69mg	10%
Sodium	184.78mg	27%
Potassium	169.02mg	13%
Total Carbs	18.44g	22%
Sugars	0.48g	7%
Dietary Fiber	1.5g	21%
Protein	3.27g	23%
Vitamin C	1.2mg	7%
Iron	10.6mg	208%
Calcium	21.7mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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