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How Should I Store Leftovers Of Saffron Scented Chicken Pilaf?

Asked by Chorizo. Answered on 7th July 2021

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Being a singleton, I have to proportion Nigella's ingredients accordingly but still have leftovers. How do I store the Saffron Scented Chicken Pilaf to avoid waste?

Saffron Scented Chicken Pilaf
Photo by Petrina Tinslay
Saffron Scented Chicken Pilaf
By Nigella
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Our answer

Nigella's Saffron Scented Chicken Pilaf (from NIGELLA SUMMER) is a mixture of fragrant rice and marinated chicken. The recipe serves 6 but it would be possible to cook just one quarter of the ingredients to make two smaller portions or one more generous portion plus a smaller amount of leftovers.

As the pilaf contains chicken and rice, the leftovers need to be refrigerated as quickly as possible and within 2 hours of making. Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. We would suggest eating the leftovers as a salad, tossed with a little olive oil and lemon juice, plus some rocket (arugula) or baby spinach leaves.

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