Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing bacon shallot rice pilaf, where the smoky essence of crispy bacon harmonizes with the aromatic sweetness of shallots, nestled in a bed of fluffy, perfectly cooked rice. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to elevate any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Accompanying this main attraction are three additional rice pilaf recipes, each boasting its own unique character: a vibrant and flavorful roasted vegetable pilaf, a hearty and comforting mushroom pilaf, and a refreshing and zesty lemon herb pilaf. These versatile pilafs are not only delicious on their own but also serve as excellent accompaniments to a variety of dishes, making them a staple in any kitchen.
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RICE PILAF
Steps:
- Melt the butter with the shallot in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Season with the salt and pepper and cook until the onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and stir until coated with the butter. Increase the heat to medium-high. Let the rice cook until toasted, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes more.
- Stir in the broth, bay leaf, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer over low heat, cover, and cook until all the broth has been absorbed by the rice and the rice is tender, about 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from the heat and let set for 5 minutes. Discard the rosemary and bay leaf. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.
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FRAGRANT JASMINE RICE PILAF
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (about 6 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Heat the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots, cumin and salt. Cook, stirring, until the shallots are tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the rice until the grains are well coated with the buttery shallot mixture.
- 2. Add the broth, orange zest and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, discarding the zest and cinnamon stick. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with the cashews and scallions.
RICE PILAF WITH SHALLOTS
Basmati rice with shallots is an aromatic backdrop to any meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Rice Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add shallots, and cook, stirring often, 4 minutes. Stir in rice, and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
- Add 2 cups water, the stock, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Raise heat, and bring to boil. Stir once, then reduce heat. Cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and discard bay leaf before serving.
CURRIED RICE, BACON, AND CABBAGE PILAF
Provided by Anne Marie Gaspard
Categories Garlic Onion Rice Tomato Side Sauté Quick & Easy Bacon Curry Summer Cabbage Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 to 8 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook bacon in large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels. Add 4 tablespoons butter to drippings in skillet; melt. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté over medium-high heat 5 minutes. Add rice, curry powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir 1 minute. Add broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium. Stir, cover, and simmer until broth is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt remaining butter in large pot over medium-high heat. Add cabbage; sauté 3 minutes. Mix in tomatoes and green onions. Season with salt and pepper. Stir rice mixture into cabbage.
RICE WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, add the butter. When the butter has melted add the shallots and saute until very soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and add a pinch of salt. Raise the heat to high and cook, stirring to toast the rice, about 1 minute. Add the wine and cook until reduced by half. Pour in the stock and water and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Season with salt, to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.
BACON, RICE AND VERMICELLI PILAF
Tasty rice and vermicelli sautéed in butter, simmered in Swanson® Chicken Broth and topped with bacon makes a great side dish with grilled chicken.
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble. Drain bacon drippings from pan; wipe out with paper towels.
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in rice and vermicelli; cook until they turn a golden brown, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onions and bell pepper. Saute until the vegetables begin to soften, 2 or 3 minutes. Add Swanson® Chicken Broth, garlic, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil. Cover, and simmer on low heat until liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Top with cooked crumbled bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 56.7 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1414.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
EASY PILAF
This basic pilaf is quick and easy to make.
Provided by Elaine Mical
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Prepare a 1 quart baking dish with butter.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the onion in the butter until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the rice; cook until the rice is slightly golden. Pour in the chicken broth. Season with the salt. Simmer another 5 minutes. Transfer to the prepared dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the broth is completely absorbed, 35 to 40 minutes. Fluff with a fork to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 416.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
RICE PILAF WITH SHALLOTS AND PARMESAN
This is another great recipe from Kitchen Assistant. Note that this recipe only makes enough for 2 servings...I double it even when it is just DH and I eating it! So quick and easy!
Provided by slkendrick
Categories Rice
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a samll saucepan over medium high heat.
- Add shallots and garlic; saute about 1 minute.
- Stir in rice; saute about 1 minute.
- Stir in broth and wine; bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat.
- Simmer 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheese, parsley, pepper and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.6, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 15.5, Sodium 249, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.9, Protein 9
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality bacon. Look for bacon that is thick-cut and has a good amount of marbling.
- To save time, you can cook the bacon in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you don't have shallots, you can substitute a small onion, chopped.
- To make the pilaf more flavorful, use a flavorful broth, such as chicken broth or vegetable broth.
- If you don't have a rice cooker, you can cook the pilaf on the stovetop. Just follow the instructions in the recipe and adjust the cooking time as needed.
Conclusion:
Bacon shallot rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with simple ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen, and it can be cooked in a rice cooker or on the stovetop. This pilaf is also very versatile, and it can be served with a variety of main courses. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is both delicious and easy to make, give bacon shallot rice pilaf a try.
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