Rice Pilaf with Apples and Raisins
Rice Pilaf with Apples and Raisins features rice mixed with cinnamon, apples, raisins, allspice, onion, and more, for a delicious dish that can be served on any occasion.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion about 1 cup, diced
- 1 Gala or Granny Smith apple cored and diced
- 1½ cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
- 2½ cups chicken stock or water
- ½ cup golden raisins
- 1½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp ground allspice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add butter and stir until it melts.2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Add diced onion and apple; sauté until onion is translucent and apple and onion are tender, 5-6 minutes.1 medium yellow onion, 1 Gala or Granny Smith apple
- Add rice and stir often until lightly browned; 6-8 minutes.1½ cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
- Add remaining ingredients and stir. Bring to a boil.2½ cups chicken stock or water, ½ cup golden raisins, 1½ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp ground allspice, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp dried thyme, ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer about 15-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Fluff with a fork, serve, and enjoy.
Notes
- Toasting the rice in butter and oil adds a nutty flavor and helps prevent it from turning mushy, so don't skimp on this step.
- Other varieties of apple will work, but Gala and Granny Smith hold their shape well and add a sweet yet tart flavor.
- Soak the raisins in warm water for a few minutes, so they plump up and get juicy.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 547mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.7mg