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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 cup long-grain rice
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2 ¼ cups hot vegetable broth
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4 saffron threads
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1 pinch ground allspice
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3 tablespoons unsalted shelled pistachios
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 large pomegranate, peeled and seeded
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salt and freshly ground black pepper
Middle Eastern Rice Pilaf with Pomegranate
This Middle Eastern-style rice pilaf with pomegranate seeds and pistachios tastes great with grilled fish or meat, especially lamb. Make sure the rice doesn't get sticky — it's supposed to be light and fluffy.
Nutrition Information
104
Calories
41g
Carbohydrates
14g
Protein
275mg
Potassium
2g
Fiber
9g
Sugar