ALMOND LIME RICE PILAF

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A pilaf with an Asian flair, great with chicken or fish.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 c finely chopped yellow onion
1/3 c slivered almonds
1 c long grain white rice, uncooked
2 c chicken broth
1/4 c lime juice
2 Tbsp soy sauce
ground black pepper, to taste
2 tsp grated lime zest
fesh chopped parsely, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. n a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion and almonds. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until the onion is softened and the almonds are golden, stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Add the rice; cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • 3. Slowly stir in the broth, lime juice, soy sauce and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • 4. Cover, reduce heat to low, simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • 5. Stir in lime zest, fluff with a fork and garnish with parsley. Serve.

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