Curried Wheat-Berry Pilaf
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
Curry Dressing
- 2 tbsp e.v olive oil
- 1½ tbsp Madras curry powder see ingredient description for brand I used for reference
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp sea salt or to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Pilaf
- 1½ cups freekeh or other wholegrain of your choice
- 2 tbsp e.v olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 medium celery chopped
- 1 medium apple, any color chopped
- 1 lb brussels sprouts have or quartered depending on the size
- 2 cups water/veggie broth/ chicken broth or see package for instructions
- ¼ cup golden raisins/ cranberries/ or dried fruit of your choice alternatively you can use pomegranate or grapes about ½-1 cup
- ½ cup walnut or pecans
- ¼-½ tsp sea salt or as needed
- chopped parsley or herbs of your choice optional
Instructions
- Combine freekeh, broth (or water), and ¼ tsp. salt in a medium saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and gently simmer for 20 minutes, or instructions on the package.
- Whisk the curry dressing ingredients and set aside.
- Remove lid, stir ¾ of the curry dressing into the cooked grain, take it off the heat and place the lid back so the grains absorb the curry dressing and bloom.
- Meanwhile, place walnuts or pecans in a large dry skillet over medium heat. Toast the nuts until aromatic, keep a watchful eye so they don't burn, should toast in about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
- Return skillet to medium heat, and add the remaining olive oil. Add onion and celery; cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add the Brussels sprouts, chopped apple and toss to combine. Continue cooking until Brussels are tender, about 6 to 7 more minutes.
- Stir in toasted nuts and dried fruit; remove from heat. Add cooked freekah and remaining dressing to skillet, and toss to combine.
- Transfer pilaf to a serving platter and garnish with chopped parsley and/or fresh thyme, if desired.
- Enjoy warm with a side of grilled protein or as is for a tasty warm meal.
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