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Recipe tags: Indian, Microwave, Stove Top

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Rice, pasta and breads

Cranberry Rice Pilaf

Recipe submitted by DaVita dietitian Usha from Missouri.

Portions: 6

Serving size: 1/2 cup

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice, dry
• 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
• 1 bay leaf
• one 1” cinnamon stick
• 1/2 teaspoon black cumin
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cups water

Preparation

1. Soak rice and all ingredients for 40-45 minutes at room temperature.
2. Place all ingredients in a rice cooker.
3. If using a microwave rice cooker, microwave for 12 minutes at full power. If cooking stove top, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook covered for 20 minutes.
4. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrients per serving

• Calories: 125
• Protein:  2 g
• Carbohydrate:  21 g
• Fat:  4 g
• Cholesterol:  11 mg
• Sodium:  34 mg
• Potassium:  71 mg
• Phosphorus:  74 mg
• Calcium:  11 mg
• Fiber:  0.7 g

Renal  and Renal Diabetic Food Choices

• 1 starch
• 1 fat

Carbohydrate Choices

• 1-1/2

Helpful Hints

• Black cumin is a spice used in Indian and Pakistani cuisine. Look for Kala Jeera or black cumin in any Indian spice store or Asian market. It is also available online.

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  Gail D. says:

My husband is Asian, so rice dishes are appreciated. He liked this very much.

Reviewed: Feb. 27, 2009, 5:15 AM  -  Inappropriate review?   

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