Potato and Basmati Rice Pilaf Is an Elegant Indian Entree Recipe

Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet and add the onion. Sauté and stir for a few minutes, then add diced potato. Cook and stir until potatoes are golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Then stir in cumin, turmeric, saffron threads, salt, and basmati rice; cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Add vegetable or chicken broth and water and stir gently. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 14 minutes until rice is tender. Add currants, almonds, chopped apricots, and butter and stir gently. Taste for seasoning; add more salt and pepper if you'd like, then serve.