1. In a heavy saucepan, cook the onion and the garlic in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened. Add the rice, curry powder, and the red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
2. Stir in the broth, water, chutney and the salt. Bring the liquid to a boil; cook, covered, over low heat for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
3. Fluff the pilaf with a fork; add the scallions and the peanuts and let the pilaf stand off the heat, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.