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Citrus Pilaf

Adding zests of orange, lemon or lime to a pilaf can magically transform it to new heights. It also is a great contrast to a spicy tangy curry. Black cumin seeds add a smoky finish.

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Cook Time

30 Minutes

Serves

4

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice 2 to 3 times in tap water. Soak for 1 to 2 hours and drain. Combine the drained rice with the citrus zests, salt, cinnamon stick, turmeric and 1 1/2 cup of water in a Dutch oven or stockpot with lid and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Turn the heat down, cover the stockpot and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes then turn the heat off. Pour the lemon and orange juice on top. Let the rice rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil and pop the black cumin seeds. Immediately turn the heat off and slide this mixture into the rice.

Step 4

Add the pumpkin and sesame seeds, stir gently, and serve.

Notes & Variations

Add a pinch of saffron to the pilaf for an added flavor
Add chopped nuts like pistachios, cashews, or almonds.
Black cumin is a delicate smoky spice, be careful not to burn it while popping.

Ingredients

1 cup long-grain basmati rice

Zest and juice of 2 lemons

Zest and juice of 1 orange

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 large cinnamon stick

1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon black cumin seeds

2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Step 1

Step 2

Turn the heat down, cover the stockpot and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes then turn the heat off. Pour the lemon and orange juice on top. Let the rice rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil and pop the black cumin seeds. Immediately turn the heat off and slide this mixture into the rice.

Step 4

Add the pumpkin and sesame seeds, stir gently, and serve.

1 cup long-grain basmati rice

Zest and juice of 2 lemons

Zest and juice of 1 orange

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 large cinnamon stick

1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon black cumin seeds

2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds

2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Notes & Variations

Add a pinch of saffron to the pilaf for an added flavor
Add chopped nuts like pistachios, cashews, or almonds.
Black cumin is a delicate smoky spice, be careful not to burn it while popping.

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