Description
A simple, fluffy rice pilaf recipe made with long-grain rice, butter, broth, and aromatics. Perfect as a side dish or base for any meal.
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white ricen2 tbsp butter or olive oiln1 small onion, finely choppedn2 cups chicken or vegetable brothnSalt and pepper to tastenOptional: parsley, lemon zest, toasted almonds
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.nIn a saucepan, melt butter and sauté chopped onion until translucent.nAdd rice and toast for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.nPour in the broth and bring to a gentle boil.nReduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes.nRemove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.nFluff with a fork and garnish with herbs or nuts.
Notes
`Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.nAdd cinnamon or cumin for Middle Eastern flair.nStore leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.`
- Prep Time: 5min
- Cook Time: 20min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg