Black Rice Pilaf

Credit for this recipe goes to our friends Matt and Greg.

We went to their house a while back for dinner and had a delicious salmon, salad, and black rice pilaf. I hadn't had black rice pilaf before and didn't know what to expect. Let's just say I had thirds and asked for the ingredients before I left. Thanks Guys :)

This is my best attempt at recreating it:

1 c. black rice (I prefer organic)
2 c. water
1/2 t. salt

1 T olive oil
1 T white balsamic
8 dates delget noor dates (3-4 medjool)
1 small shallot, diced
1/4 c. chopped almonds or pumpkin seeds

Cook the rice according to package directions with water and salt. Once cooked combine cooked rice with remaining ingredients. Adjust salt, oil, and vinegar to your tastes.

Enjoy.