Cinnamon currant pilaf

Make rice into an interesting stand-alone side dish with the addition of currants and aromatic spices.

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 brown onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup currants
• 2 1/2 cups SunRice Basmati Rice, rinsed
• 1 chicken stock cube, crumbled

1. Step 1

   Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes or until onion is soft. Add cinnamon, currants and rice. Stir to combine.

2. Step 2

   Add 4 cups cold water and stock cube. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover. Simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat. Stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Serve.

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