Turmeric Rice Pilaf with Almonds

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon shallots, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
• 1 cup (190g) long grain rice
• 1 ⅓ cups (320ml) vegetable stock, chicken stock, or water
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• salt, to taste
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• parsley or cilantro, chopped

Preparation

1. Combine the oil, shallots, garlic, and almonds in the Anyday dish. Cover with the lid (knob lifted).
2. Cook in the microwave for 4 minutes, or until the aromatics and almonds begin to toast.
3. Add the raw rice, stock, turmeric, and salt.
4. Cover and cook at Power Level 4
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   For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.

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   PL 9 = 90% = High

   PL 8 = 80% = Med-High

   PL 7 = 70% = Med-High

   PL 6 = 60% = Medium

   PL 5 = 50% = Medium

   PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low

   PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low

   PL 2 = 20% = Low

   PL 1 = 10% = Low

   You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.
   

   for 22 minutes, or until all liquid has been absorbed.
5. Let the rice rest with the lid on for 3 minutes.
6. Add the butter and mix to combine. Garnish with parsley or cilantro.

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