Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

onion

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

turmeric

ground

0.25 tsp

coriander

ground

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

melted

1 cup

long-grain rice

2 cup

chicken broth

4 tbsp

pine nuts

toasted

4 tbsp

golden raisins

soaked

Step 1
~3 min

Finely chop the onion.

Step 2
~3 min

Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add the onion, turmeric, and coriander to the saucepan.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook the onion until softened.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat with butter and spices.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 7
~3 min

Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 17 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 8
~3 min

While the rice is cooking, toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown.

Step 9
~3 min

Soak the golden raisins in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain.

Step 10
~3 min

Once the rice is cooked, stir in the toasted pine nuts and drained golden raisins.

Step 11
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, toast the rice in the butter before adding the broth.

Use basmati rice for a more fragrant pilaf.

Add a bay leaf to the broth for extra depth of flavor (remove before serving).

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or lamb.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Grilled Lamb
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

Often served at celebrations and festive gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Ramadan
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Dinner Party
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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