Description
Pomegranate and Pistachio Rice Pilaf is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the nutty taste of pistachios with the sweet and tart flavor of pomegranate, creating a delightful side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add cumin seeds and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed rice and stir for a couple of minutes to toast it slightly.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add salt to taste. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and gently mix in the pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can toast the pistachios before adding them to the rice.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Feel free to add other ingredients like dried fruits or herbs for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg