Rice Pilaf with Lamb, Carrots, and Raisins Recipe

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Rice Pilaf with Lamb, Carrots, and Raisins

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Ingredients:

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3 cups basmati rice (7 oz)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 lb boneless lamb shank
4 1/2 to 5 cups water, divided
2 large carrots , cut into 1/8-inch-thick matchsticks
1 cup raisins (6 oz)
accompaniments: chicken kebabs and cilantro garlic yogurt sauce

Directions:

Wash rice in several changes of cold water in a bowl until water is almost clear. Soak rice in cold water 1 hour, then drain well in a sieve.
While rice soaks, cook onion in oil in a wide 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until pale golden, about 5 minutes. Pat lamb dry and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Add to onion and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Add 1 cup water and bring to a simmer. Cover pot and reduce heat to low, then braise lamb, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender, about 45 minutes.
Stir in drained rice, carrots, raisins, and 2 teaspoons salt. Add enough water to cover mixture by 1 inch (3 1/2 to 4 cups) and bring to a boil, uncovered, over medium-high heat. Wrap a kitchen towel around lid with ends of towel on top, then cover pot and boil over medium heat 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 30 minutes.
Fluff rice with a fork and transfer pilaf to a large platter. Top with kebabs and serve with yogurt sauce.
Cooks' notes: Rice can be rinsed, soaked, and drained 1 day ahead and chilled in a bowl, covered. Carrots can be cut 1 day ahead and kept in a sealed bag lined with a dampened paper towel. Lamb (before adding rice, carrots, and raisins) can be braised 1 day ahead. Transfer to a bowl and chill, uncovered, until cool, then covered. Reheat before proceeding with recipe.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	349.35 Kcal (1463 kJ)
Calories from fat	166.21 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.47g	28%
Cholesterol	64.64mg	22%
Sodium	55.91mg	2%
Potassium	394.45mg	8%
Total Carbs	29.54g	10%
Sugars	1.45g	6%
Dietary Fiber	2.55g	10%
Protein	17.01g	34%
Vitamin C	3.1mg	5%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	6%
Iron	12.3mg	68%
Calcium	36.7mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	110.47 Kcal (463 kJ)
Calories from fat	52.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.84g	28%
Cholesterol	20.44mg	22%
Sodium	17.68mg	2%
Potassium	124.73mg	8%
Total Carbs	9.34g	10%
Sugars	0.46g	6%
Dietary Fiber	0.81g	10%
Protein	5.38g	34%
Vitamin C	1mg	5%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	6%
Iron	3.9mg	68%
Calcium	11.6mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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