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Minted Pilaf

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This International main features Margarine, Onion -- chopped coarsely, Garlic cloves -- crushed, Ground ginger, Ground cloves. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 350.8
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This International main features Margarine, Onion -- chopped coarsely, Garlic cloves -- crushed, Ground ginger, Ground cloves. It delivers aromatic, well-seasoned taste. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoon Margarine
  • 1 lg Onion -- chopped coarsely
  • 2 lg Garlic cloves -- crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cup Raw rice -- rinsed and
Directions
  1. 1
    Strained 1/8 ts Saffron 3/4 c Fresh mint leaves -- Chopped Fine 3/4 c Fresh coriander leaves Optional 1 lg Tomato -- peeled and sliced 3/4 c Green peas, fresh preferred But frozen will do 3 Carrots chopped fine 1 c Light colored raisins 2 tb Emon juice 3 c Water 1/2 ts Salt 1 c Pine or cashew nuts Lightly toasted or deep Fried Onion strips or rings
  2. 2
    Heat the margarine and saute the onion until golden.
  3. 3
    Sitr in the garlic, ginger, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon and rice.
  4. 4
    Saute for several minutes.
  5. 5
    Add the saffron, mint, coriander if desired, tomatoe slices, peas, carrots and raisins,
  6. 6
    Stir to
  7. 7
    mix the ingredients.
  8. 8
    Add the water, lemon juice and salt.
  9. 9
    bring to a

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.5g26%
Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 2.5mg1%
Sodium 243.2mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 45.2g16%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g10%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 6.7g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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