İç Pilav – Traditional Turkish Stuffing Rice

Preparation

1. 01

   soaking

   Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water and drain. Soak in warm salted water for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.

2. 02

   Sautéing

   Melt the butter in a wide saucepan. Add the pine nuts and sauté over low heat until golden. Transfer to a plate.

3. 03

   Sautéing

   In the same saucepan, add the finely diced onions and sauté until softened and translucent.

4. 04

   Sautéing

   Add the drained rice and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the grains are coated with butter.

5. 05

   simmering

   Add the hot water, salt, allspice, cinnamon, and black pepper. Stir once and bring to a boil.

6. 06

   cook over low heat

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover, and cook for approximately 15 minutes, until the water has been absorbed.

7. 07

   Resting

   Remove from heat. Add the currants, toasted pine nuts, chopped mint, and dill. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

8. 08

   serving

   Fluff the rice with a fork to mix, then transfer to a serving platter.