2 C. water
1 C. basmati rice
3/4 t. salt, divided
2 T. dried currants or golden raisins
1-1/2 T. chopped pistachios
1 T. chopped fresh parsley
2 T. pistachio oil
1/4 t. freshly ground black pepper
fresh parsely sprigs (optional)
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan, add rice and 1/4 t. salt. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is done. Remove from heat; fluff with fork. Add 1/2 t. salt, currants, and next 4 ingredients (through black pepper). Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley sprigs, if desired.
6 servings
186 calories, 5.9g fat, 2.4g protein, 33.1g carbs, 1.3g fiber, 294mg sodium