Authentic Rice Pilaf Recipe
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Description
Rice pilaf is a traditional dish that is commonly found in Middle Eastern cuisine. This dish is made by cooking rice in a mixture of broth, spices, and vegetables. The end result is a flavorful and aromatic dish that can be served as a side or a main course.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10-15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 20-25 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup of long-grain rice
- 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup of frozen peas
- 1/2 cup of shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
Equipment
- Medium-sized pot with lid
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon for stirring
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add the rice and stir to coat with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Add the cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
- Add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add the frozen peas and shredded carrots.
- Stir to combine and then cover the pot again and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the vegetables to warm through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve hot as a side dish or as a main course.
Notes
- You can substitute the long-grain rice with basmati or jasmine rice.
- If you want to make this dish vegan, you can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as diced bell peppers or chopped green beans.
Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Total fat: 4g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any excess starch.
- You can add a pinch of saffron to this dish for extra flavor and aroma.
- If you don't have fresh parsley, you can substitute it with dried parsley or another fresh herb, such as cilantro or thyme.
- Leftover rice pilaf can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Enjoy this delicious and authentic rice pilaf recipe!
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