Description
Indulge in the warmth and richness of Homemade Rice Pilaf, a delightful dish filled with fluffy grains of rice, tender vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This easy-to-make recipe brings back cherished memories of family gatherings while delivering a comforting hug on your plate. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive celebrations, it pairs beautifully with meats or can be enjoyed solely as a vegetarian dish. Whip up this flavorful pilaf and create your own memorable dining experiences!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup carrots, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the long-grain rice and toast for 2-3 minutes until well-coated.
- Pour in warmed broth while stirring gently; bring to a boil then reduce to low heat. Cover tightly and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Fold in the peas and carrots, covering for another 5 minutes.
- Finish by adding chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg