Basmati Rice with Apricots and Almonds Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    140 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Basmati Rice with Apricots and Almonds Recipe

Aromatic basmati rice is flavored with the sweetness of almonds and apricots. The perfect side dish for a roast or grilled meats. 

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Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil Goya
  • 2 Tbsp slivered almonds
  • ¼ cup onion minced
  • 1 cup basmati rice Goya
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Sazon with saffron Goya
  • ¼ tsp ground cardamom
  • ¼ cup dried apricots cut into thin strips
  • ¼ cup dates diced
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Instructions

  1. In a pan heat the oil and quickly brown the almonds.
  2. Remove almonds from pan and set aside.
  3. Quickly add the onion and saute until translucent.
  4. Add the rice to the onions and turn over a few times until the rice is slightly golden.
  5. Add chicken broth, water, salt, Goya sazon, cardamom, apricots and dates.
  6. Turn down heat, cover and cook for about 15 minutes. Top with almonds.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 140kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 300mg (13%) Potassium 152mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 145IU (3%) Vitamin C 2.4mg (3%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 140 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 140kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Potassium 152mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 145IU 3%
Vitamin C 2.4mg 3%
Calcium 19mg 2%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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