Rice With Raisins

This traditional Venetian dish, known as Riso all'Uvetta, offers a delightful contrast of savory and sweet flavors. The short-grain rice absorbs the hot broth and olive oil, becoming creamy and tender, while the dark seedless raisins add bursts of chewy sweetness. Aromatic garlic and fresh parsley provide a fragrant base, making this a comforting yet unique meal. It is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or as a side dish for festive occasions. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings a taste of Italy to your table with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Cuisine: Italian, Middle Eastern

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 132.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This traditional Venetian dish, known as Riso all'Uvetta, offers a delightful contrast of savory and sweet flavors. The short-grain rice absorbs the hot broth and olive oil, becoming creamy and tender, while the dark seedless raisins add bursts of chewy sweetness. Aromatic garlic and fresh parsley provide a fragrant base, making this a comforting yet unique meal. It is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or as a side dish for festive occasions. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe brings a taste of Italy to your table with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

4 tablespoon Olive oil
1 cup Raisins; dark seedless
1 clove Garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon Parsley; fresh - chopped
1.5 cups Rice; short grain
3 cups Broth; hot
0.5 teaspoon Salt
to taste Pepper; black

Directions

1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add minced garlic, chopped parsley, and short-grain rice to the skillet.
3
Stir continuously with a wooden spoon until the garlic begins to discolor and the rice becomes fragrant.
4
Add the dark seedless raisins and salt to the skillet.
5
Add the hot broth one-quarter cup at a time, stirring frequently to allow the rice to absorb the liquid.
6
Continue cooking uncovered over medium-high heat, adding remaining broth as needed, until the rice is tender and creamy, about 15 minutes.
7
Taste the rice and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if necessary.
8
Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 132.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.0g24%
Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2925.0mg122%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

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

Note

This dish is traditionally prepared during Chanukah in Venetian Jewish culture.

For best results, keep the broth warm while cooking to maintain consistent heat in the skillet.

If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the amount of raisins by half.

Can be served as a main course with a simple green salad or as a side dish.

Keywords: rice, raisins, risotto, venetian, italian, garlic, parsley, broth, olive oil, savory, sweet, short grain, vegan, main course, comfort food

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