Basmati Pilaf With Almonds and Cilantro

dicentra's Note:

Cooking Light, JANUARY 2001

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/3 cup sliced almonds
• 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped green onion
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add almonds, and sauté for 2 minutes or until lightly browned. Add the rice and garlic, and sauté for 2 minutes.
3. Stir in the water and broth, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro and the remaining ingredients.