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Potato and Basmati Rice Pilaf

By Linda Larsen, About.com

This delicious side dish is the perfect dish to serve to introduce your family to Indian cuisine.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 russet potato, peeled an ddiced
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup currants
  • 1/4 cup toasted chopped walnuts
  • 1 Tbsp. butter

Preparation:

Heat the oil in a heavy skillet and add onion. Cook and stir for a few minutes, then add diced potato. Cook and stir until potatoes are golden, 6-8 minutes. Then stir in cumin and basmati rice; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add vegetable broth and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-14 minutes until rice is tender. Add currants, walnuts, and butter and stir gently. Serves 4
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