Apricot Saffron Rice.
Apricots give that rich fruity flavour to any dish.
Ingredients:
1 c long grain rice
2 c water
1⁄4 c chopped dried apricots
10 srands of saffron
1⁄2 t salt
2 t ghee or vegetable oil
Preparation:
Heat the ghee in a pan. Stir in salt, saffron, and apricots.
After a minute add washed and well drained rice. Stir for another 2 minutes and add water, Cover and bring to a boil.
When water starts to boil, reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes or until rice is soft and fluffy. Stand covered for another 5 minutes, uncover and fluff with a clean fork before serving.
