Apricot Almond Pilaf

This apricot almond pilaf recipe features basmati rice with saffron and rose water studded with dried apricots and slivered almonds in this side dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 289 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small carrot, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon rose water
• 1 cup basmati rice
• 0.25 cup slivered almonds
• 1.875 cups water
• 0.25 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
• 0.25 cup dried apricots, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and carrot; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in basmati rice and salt; cook and stir until rice is slightly opaque, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in water until combined. Stir in apricots, almonds, rose water, and saffron; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Stir before serving.