Apple Rice Curry

Combine brown rice, apple juice and water with a dash of salt in a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil 5 minutes. Lower heat as low as possible. Cover pan tightly and let rice simmer 45 minutes without lifting lid. Remove from heat and set aside

10 minutes before removing cover. While rice is cooking, soak raisins in hot water 5 minutes. Drain. Heat oil in a heavy nonstick pan over medium heat. Add next 3 ingredients and sauté 5-7 minutes, or until onion is soft. Stir in apple and sauté 3 minutes. Stir in cooked rice, raisins and salt to taste. Cook until hot. Remove from heat, cover and set aside about 2 minutes before serving.