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Apricot Almond Pilaf
Photo: Sorin Gheorghita

Apricot Almond Pilaf

10 ingredients 15 min + 45 min 4 servings openrecipes
Apricot Almond Pilaf

"A sumptuous but easy Persian-inspired dish. Rosewater can be found in Middle Eastern groceries and in many large supermarkets. The carrot, saffron, and apricots make for a beautiful gold color. Add a pinch of cinnamon or cardamom along with the saffron, if desired."

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Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)

401
Calories
7g
Protein
13g
Fat
65g
Carbs

Counts 7 of 10 ingredients — the other 3 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.

What these numbers assume — 7 portions →
Ingredient Portion assumed kcal
Rice 1 cup cooked (158g) white 206
Butter 1 tbsp (14g) 102
Onion 1 medium (110g) 44
Carrot 1 medium (61g) 25
Apricot 1 medium (35g) 17
Almond 1 almond (1.2g) 7
Salt 1 tsp (6g) 0
Water not in our table 0
Saffron not in our table 0
Rose not in our table 0

Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small carrot, finely chopped
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 7/8 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon rose water
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots, diced
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds

Directions

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