Mediterranean Rice Pilaf (Golden Rice)
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Mediterranean rice pilaf is a vibrant, flavorful side dish made with turmeric and toasted pine nuts. The secret to the “golden” part of the rice recipe is turmeric. While saffron is traditionally used in Mediterranean pilaf, turmeric is often used as a saffron substitute, as they both give the rice a beautiful golden color. Using turmeric in place of saffron yields a similar result at a fraction of the price.

Pine nuts add a bit of texture and protein, but you can also use slivered almonds or dried fruit. You can even add peas for color.

1 cup long grain white rice
1 medium onion, diced
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon butter
2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper, more to taste
2-3 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Lightly toast pine nuts until golden brown. Set aside.

Heat oil and butter in a sauce pan over a medium heat. Add onions, and sauté 2-3 minutes, Add rice, turmeric and garlic, and continue stirring, 2 to 3 minutes. Don't let garlic burn.

Add broth and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Turn down heat to low, cover and cook rice until tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15-18 minutes.

Stir in toasted pine nuts or almonds and adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.