Fruited Rice

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Fruited Rice

 

Recipe By : Vegetarian Celebrations, by Nava Atlas, page 8

Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00

Categories : Fruits Rice

Side Dishes

 

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1/2 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups brown Basmati rice

(if unavailable- substitute long-grain

brown rice)

1 medium onion -- finely chopped

1 large sweet apple -- peeled,

cored and finely diced

1/3 cup raisins or currants

1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots

1/3 cup chopped black figs -- (mission figs)

1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 cup apple or orange juice -- or as needed

1/4 cup chopped toasted cashews

 

6 to 8 servings

 

Aromatic Basmati rice (available in natural food stores), sweet fruits, and

crunchy nuts make a lovely counterpoint to the pungent curry dishes.

 

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a heavy saucepan. Stir in the salt and

rice and return to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 35 to 40

minutes, or until the water is absorbed. Remove from the heat.

 

Heat 1/4 cup water in a large skillet. Add the onion and " sweat " over

moderate heat, covered, until it is tender. Add the apple and saute until

it softens, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the rice and all the remaining

ingredients. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, about 10

minutes. Stir in just enough juice to make the mixture moist. Just before

serving, stir in the nuts.

 

Calories: 225, Carbohydrate: 45 g, Total fat: 4 g, Cholesterol: 0 g,

Protein: 4 g, Sodium: 158 mg

 

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