Ingredients
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4 tablespoons butter
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
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1/2 cup slivered almonds
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1 1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice
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1/2-3/4 cup raisins
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2 teaspoons turmeric (can use more to taste)
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1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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3 cups low sodium chicken broth
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salt and pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; add in onions and almonds, saute for 6-7 minutes or until the onion are tender and the almonds are golden, adding in the fresh garlic the last 2-3 minutes of sautéing.
- Stir in rice, raisins, turmeric, cinnamon, salt and broth; bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat.
- Simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Season with black pepper.