Description
Homemade Rice Pilaf is a fragrant and flavorful dish that brings warmth to any meal. With fluffy long-grain rice, sautéed onions, and aromatic herbs, this versatile recipe is perfect as a side or a main dish. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this pilaf will impress your family and friends with its delightful taste and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the rice, stirring for about 2–3 minutes to toast it slightly.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for about 15–20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- If using mixed vegetables, add them in during the last five minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg