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turkish pilaf

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Vickie Parks
@Northwestgal
Renton, WA

There are dozens upon dozens of Turkish pilaf recipes. This version is really easy to prepare, and the list of ingredients adds a special touch to this dish. It includes both almonds and pistachio nuts, prunes and apricots and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This pilaf is a great side dish to go with spicy meat dishes, but it's also good with vegetarian dishes as well.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For turkish pilaf

  • 1 1/2 cups
    brown rice, uncooked
  • 4 cups
    water
  • 2 Tbsp
    slivered almonds
  • 2 Tbsp
    pistachio nuts, shelled and coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup
    dried prunes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup
    dried apricots, chopped
  • 1 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground nutmeg (optional)

How To Make turkish pilaf

  • 1
    Bring water to a brisk boil in a medium saucepan. Add brown rice, stir well, and cover pan. Reduce heat to low and let the rice simmer for 45 minutes over low heat.
  • 2
    Stir in all remaining ingredients, and serve immediately while still warm.
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