MAINS

Nutty Rice

Instructions

Cook the rice according to instructions on the packet, normally about 30 minutes. Chop the onions and garlic, then fry for a few minutes until soft. Add the almonds and pine nuts and cook until a golden colour, (stir often to prevent burning). Combine the onion mixture, rice, apricots, parsley and lemon juice, then transfer to a serving dish.

I have often cooked this meal with vegetable kebabs for vegetarian friends who have loved it.

Ingredients

200g brown rice
dash olive oil
1 red onion
3 cloves garlic
50 g flaked almonds
50g pine nuts
juice of half a lemon
handful chopped dried apricots
fresh chopped parsley