Apricot Crumble Pilaf
This delicious apricot crumble pilaf is a sweet and savory dish that combines fluffy rice with tender apricots and a crunchy crumble topping.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Chopped almonds - 1/4 cup
- Butter - 2 tablespoons, cold and cubed
- Brown sugar - 1/4 cup
- Flour - 1/2 cup
- For the crumble topping: -
- Water - 2 cups
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
- Onion - 1, finely chopped
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
- Dried apricots - 1/2 cup, chopped
- Basmati rice - 1 cup
Let's Get Started
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the rice, dried apricots, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cubed butter. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the dry ingredients until crumbly.
- Stir in the chopped almonds.
- Transfer the cooked pilaf to a baking dish and sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the top.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the crumble topping is golden and crispy.
- Serve the apricot crumble pilaf as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 15g