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Armenian Lemon Rice Pilaf

Name: Armenian Lemon Rice Pilaf
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Armenian
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain rice; 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup chopped dill; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp ground cumin

A fragrant rice dish cooked with lemon juice, herbs, and spices, often served alongside meat or vegetables.

30 minutes4 servings

Method

Rinse rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add rice and stir for 2 minutes.
Pour in broth, lemon juice, salt, pepper, cumin, parsley, and dill. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Fluff the rice with a fork and serve with lemon wedges.

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