Turkish Dolma Pilav

| Turkey | Rice

Category: Rice  ·  Serves 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1–2 cups water
• Pine nuts
• Dried currants
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1–2 tsp dried mint
• 1–2 tsp white sugar
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Butter

Instructions

1. Wash the rice until the water runs clear.
2. Sauté pine nuts and onions over medium heat in a deep skillet with lid
3. Add cinnamon, mint, salt, sugar and black pepper
4. Add the rice and stir constantly until the rice turns translucent
5. Add water, enough to cover the rice and cook on low heat.
6. When the water is absorbed, check the rice. Add more water or spices if needed.
7. Quickly add currants; they should soften in the steam but can be soaked in hot water if preferred.
8. If needed, use paper towel and a pan with a closed lid to steam the rice until it is finished cooking.

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