Description
A vibrant and flavorful Pomegranate Rice Pilaf that combines fluffy rice with pomegranate seeds and aromatic spices, perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
- Jasmine Rice
- Pomegranate Seeds
- Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth
- Shallots
- Fresh Mint
- Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté until they are translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the jasmine rice and cook for about 1-2 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the oil and flavors.
- Add the chicken or vegetable broth to the rice mixture and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Stir in the pomegranate seeds and fresh mint.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional pomegranate seeds and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Rinse the rice to remove excess starch.
- Customize with your favorite herbs and spices.
- Add butter for a richer flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pomegranate, Rice Pilaf, Side Dish