Description
Discover the magic of rice pilaf, a fluffy and aromatic dish that transforms any meal into a culinary delight. This easy-to-make recipe features long-grain rice sautéed with fragrant garlic and onion, then cooked in vegetable broth for maximum flavor. Perfect as a side for grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or lamb chops, this versatile dish can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this rice pilaf will impress your guests and warm their hearts.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Instructions
- In a medium pot over medium heat, warm olive oil or butter. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (4-5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the long-grain rice, stirring well for about 2-3 minutes to toast slightly and enhance its nutty flavor.
- Pour in vegetable broth (twice the amount of rice), bringing it to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat; let it sit covered for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (160g)
- Calories: 218
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg