Pilaf of two types of rice with cranberries and pecans
10 servings
50 minutes
Pilaf made from two types of rice with cranberry and pecan is a refined dish that combines rich aromas and contrasting textures. Wild and long-grain rice create a rich base infused with thyme and bay leaf spices. The sweet-tart notes of cranberry harmoniously complement the nutty crunch of pecan, adding sophistication to the dish. Italian cuisine is renowned for its attention to detail and flavor interplay, and this pilaf is a wonderful example of gastronomic creativity. It is perfect for special occasions, creating a warm atmosphere for family dinners or elegant receptions. The flavor of the dish unfolds gradually, starting with the softness of the rice, then the sweetness of the berries and the depth of the nuts, making each forkful a true delight.
1
Rinse both types of rice well and dry them. Pour broth into a pot, add half the thyme sprigs and bay leaves, and bring to a boil. Then add the wild rice and bring to a boil again. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for about 35-40 minutes until the rice is soft and has absorbed most of the liquid. Drain the remaining liquid, remove the bay leaves and thyme. Cover with a lid and set aside.
- Chicken broth: 2 glasss
- Bay leaf: 2 pieces
- Wild rice: 1 glass
- Thyme: 10 g
2
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add finely chopped carrots, onions, and salt. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Then add the second type of rice and sauté for 3 minutes until its tips become translucent. Pour in 2 and a quarter cups of water, add the cranberries and remaining thyme. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce the heat. Cook until the rice absorbs the water and becomes tender, about 17 minutes. Then remove the pot and let the rice sit for 10 minutes. Remove the thyme and fluff the rice with a fork.
- Unsalted butter: 3 tablespoons
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Onion: 1 head
- Salt: 1.5 teaspoon
- Long grain rice: 1.5 glass
- Dried cranberries: 90 g
- Thyme: 10 g
3
Toast the nuts in a dry pan for 5 minutes, then chop them. In a large bowl, mix both types of rice, the nuts, and chopped parsley together. Season with pepper and add more salt if needed.
- Pecan: 95 g
- Parsley: 7 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: 1.5 teaspoon