Rice with Currants and Peanuts

Instead of a side of plain rice, serve your family this easy rice recipe featuring currants and peanuts.
Instead of a side of plain rice, serve your family this easy rice recipe featuring currants and peanuts.

Rice with Currants and Peanuts

Serves 8

Ingredients:

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• 1/4 cup unsalted raw peanuts

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• 2 tablespoons olive oil

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• 4 green onions, white parts only, sliced

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• 1-1/2 cups medium grain rice

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• 1/4 cup currants

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• 3 cups hot water

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• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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• Sprigs or sprinkling of fresh herbs

Directions:

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1. Heat a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the peanuts and toss gently for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they begin to brown lightly. Remove to a small bowl.

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2. In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the green onions for 2 minutes, or until softened.

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3. Raise the heat to high. Saute the rice for about 3 minutes, or until well coated.

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4. Add the currants and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium, add the hot water, stir, and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to low.

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5. Simmer the rice for about 20 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Season with salt and pepper and add the peanuts.

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6. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve immediately.

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