Curried Basmati Rice and Apple Pilaf
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Teaspoons Olive Oil
- 1/2 Cup Chopped Onion
- 1 Garlic Clove, minced
- 1 Cup Village Harvest Basmati or Organic Basmati Rice
- 1 Granny Smith Apple, peeled, cored, chopped
- 1/4 Cup Chopped Dried Apricots
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- 1 Tablespoon Chopped, Peeled Fresh Ginger
- 1 1/4 Teaspoons Curry Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- 2 Cups Water
- 1/4 Cup Chopped Parsley
- 2 Tablespoons Sliced Almonds, toasted
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Mix in garlic and sauté. Stir in rice, apple, apricots, cinnamon stick, ginger, curry powder and salt. Add 2 cups water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat. Toss with parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl. Sprinkle with almonds and serve.
