SPICED RICE PILAF

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Fragrant with spices of the Middle East. This would go great with not only Middle Eastern food, but Indian food as well. You can find rose water (an optional ingredient) in Indian/Pakistani grocers, as well as some pharmacies.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup long grain rice
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can vegetable broth or 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1/4 cup water
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional)

Steps:

In large saucepan, cook onion in olive oil until tender. Stir in rice and spices. Cook, stirring constantly, until rice begins to turn golden.
Pour in broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift lid while cooking.
Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes undisturbed.
Then add the chopped spinach, raisins, and almonds, stirring, and fluffing with a fork. Sprinkle with rose water, and fluff a little bit more, if desired.

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