BONNIE'S ORZO AND RICE PILAF
This is a colorful rice dish with lots of flavor. You can add zucchini or yellow squash to it in the last five minutes, or leave it as depicted in my picture. Garnish with parsley and toasted almonds. Enjoy!
Provided by BonniE !
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. EQUIPMENT You will need a deep 12 inch skillet preferably with a glass lid that fits tightly.
- 2. PREPARE THE VEGETABLES Chop the onions, carrots, celery and garlic, parsley and zucchini if desired.
- 3. SAUTE THE VEGETABLES Heat the oil and butter in the skillet over medium heat, then saute the orzo, stirring it constantly until it is golden brown about one minute. Add the prepared vegetables (except the parsley and zucchini) and add the salt and pepper. Stir until the onion is lightly browned, then add the rice, saute and stir until coated with oil and butter.
- 4. COOK THE RICE Add the broth and the water and bring to a boil, lower the heat to low and cook covered, until liquid is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Avoid removing the lid and letting the steam escape. Remove from heat and quickly stir in the zucchini, and let it stand 5 minutes. Zucchini will steam. Then stir in the parsley and serve sprinkled with toasted almonds. Enjoy!
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Mehadi Hassan
mehadi51@gmail.comThis is a great recipe! I will definitely be making it again.
humayun Ht
h-humayun82@aol.comI've made this pilaf several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.
Sean Atkins
a22@gmail.comThis pilaf is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the orzo and the rice.
Ken Sarna
s@aol.comI love the addition of the pine nuts and dried cranberries. They add a nice touch of flavor and texture.
Azonaba
azonaba@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
Arvind Kumar
arvind-kumar@yahoo.comI made this pilaf for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Asim Mujtaba
mujtaba_asim19@hotmail.comThis pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Obada Farajallah
ofarajallah18@yahoo.comI love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of rice, and it's always good.
Wakapisi Chris
chris_w91@gmail.comThis is my go-to recipe for pilaf. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.
Benice Ewi
e@hotmail.comThis pilaf is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of orzo and rice.
Pippy Lola
p_l@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great side dish for any occasion.
Naveed iftikhar
iftikhar_naveed89@gmail.comI made this pilaf for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it's a make-ahead dish. I made it the night before, and it was just as good the next day.
Mst Hasna
mh100@hotmail.comThis pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice, and it worked perfectly in this recipe. The pilaf is very easy to make, and it's a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
Njabulo Celimpilo Manqele
nm28@hotmail.comI'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of orzo and rice is really nice, and the pilaf is very flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the pine nuts and dried cranberries.
fave ok
fok@hotmail.co.ukThis orzo and rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. I used brown rice and vegetable broth, and it turned out perfectly. The flavors are well-balanced, and the pilaf is fluffy and tender. I will definitely be making this again!