ALMOND LIME RICE PILAF

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Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped (1/2 a medium onion)
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1 cup dry long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoon soy sauce
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons lime zest, grated
Fresh parsley leaves, Chopped, for garnish

Steps:

Step 1
In 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.
Step 2
Add the rice; cook and stir for 1 minute.
Step 3
Slowly stir in the broth, lime juice, soy sauce and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Step 4
Cover, reduce heat to low, simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Step 5
Stir in lime zest, fluff with a fork and garnish with parsley.
Step 6
Serve.