Armenian Rice Pilaf With Raisins & Almonds

I didn't have long grain rice so I used Yamani rice instead.(An organic short brown rice) It came out more looking like a risotto because of the rice I used. A fantastic risotto I have to add. Loved the flavors and different textures. The sweetness of the raisins, the mild acidity of the lemon, the crunchiness of the almonds. Yummm!

We enjoyed this flavorful rice very much. Loved the different textures in this quick and easy to make dish. I didn't add the peas and garnished with fine pistachios, sliced almonds and golden raisins. Thanks for sharing Nat. It was wonderful. Made for CQ4 - Turkey.

I adored this rice, too. But then again rice IS my favorite food! I completely forgot that I had used up the surplus of raisins for another recipe last week and in its place I subbed dried dates. Whole allspice replaced ground and it was crushed in a pestle and mortar. The fresh parsley was garnished on top of the rice just before serving to give the dish an additional pop of color. Loved this! Prepared for CQ 2017.

We all loved this version of rice. The allspice gave it a really great flavor. We also really loved the almond addition. I'm glad that it made a lot so we can have the leftovers with our dinner tonight! Thank you!

I absolutely adored this rice!!! We devoured it at dinner last night and for lunch today I sauteed some onion and mushrooms to add to what was left. A complete winner in both incarnations. It's going in my 'Keeper' file. Thanks for posting such a delicious recipe. Made for CQ4

This is such a wonderfully delicious and beautiful dish. Loved the combination of the rice and vermicelli and the addition of the peas, almonds and golden raisins added a wonderful texture to the dish. Enjoyed the subtle flavor from the addition of the allspice as well. This could easily be a main coarse, as well as a side dish, by adding chicken to the dish. I loved it just the way it is.