Arroz Navideño [Recipe + Video] Christmas Rice with Raisins and Almonds
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Arroz Navideño [Recipe + Video] Christmas Rice with Raisins and Almonds
Description
This recipe starts by toasting slivered almonds in olive oil until golden, developing rich nutty flavors. White rice is then added directly to the oil and cooked lightly until coated and slightly yellowed. Hot vegetable broth and salt are poured in, and the rice simmers uncovered until most liquid is absorbed. Raisins and sultanas are stirred in for bursts of gentle sweetness before covering and cooking further until the rice is tender and fluffy.
The combination of toasted almonds and sweet dried fruit creates a layered flavor profile paired with the well-cooked rice that absorbs the broth’s seasoning. The sprinkling of fresh parsley adds a bright contrast to this otherwise richly textured dish.
Traditionally served during Christmas, this rice pairs well with roasted meats or holiday main courses. The preparation technique of toasting nuts and rice in oil before cooking brings depth and a subtle fragrant quality unique to this festive dish.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ cup almonds slivered
- 3 cup rice
- 6 cups vegetable broth or homemade vegetable broth recipe [1.5 liter] boiling hot
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1½ cup raisins and sultanas mixed
- 3 tablespoons parsley minced
Instructions
1. Toasting almonds
- Heat the oil over medium heat. Stir in the almonds and cook stirring until they turn a light golden color. Remove the almonds from the oil and set them aside.
2. Cooking rice
- Add the raw, unrinsed rice to the heated oil, cook stirring until the grains are coated with oil, and turn a slightly yellow color. Pour in the vegetable broth, stir and salt to taste.Boil over medium flame, stirring often, until the liquid has almost all evaporated. Add the raisins and sultanas and stir to combine. Lower the heat, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir the rice and simmer covered for another 10 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.Uncover, fluff with a fork, and mix in the toasted almonds. Remove from the stove.
3. Serving
- Place the rice in a serving platter and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 675 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 675kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 111g | 37% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 1731mg | 72% |
| Potassium | 607mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 669IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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