Pumpkin and Saffron Jasmine Rice Pilaf

Pumpkin and Saffron Jasmine Rice Pilaf is a popular dish in Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines, often enjoyed during the autumn season when pumpkins are plentiful.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Pumpkin and Saffron Jasmine Rice Pilaf

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1040

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Pumpkin
• 0.25 teaspoon Saffron
• 1 cup Jasmine rice
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 small Onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• For garnish chopped Parsley

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
3. Stir in the cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the pumpkin and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the saffron and rice, and stir well.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
8. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
9. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley.
10. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 260kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 43g15%

Sugars 6g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.