CAJUN RICE PILAF (RICE COOKER)

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Recipe is from B. Mills & A. Ross' "Desperation Dinners" column in the {Raleigh NC) News & Observer. Posting b/c I want to be able to find the recipe.... sounds delicious! NOTE: Stove top instructions are included in the recipe.

Provided by Impera_Magna

Categories     Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 beef bouillon cube (or 1 t beef bouillon powder or crystals)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup bacon bits (or 4 oz finely diced ham, kielbasa or andouille sausage)
1/2 small onion (for 1/2 c diced)
1 small celery rib (for 1/2 c diced)
1 cup long grain rice

Steps:

  • Pour chicken broth into rice cooker.
  • Crumble bouillon cube to a powder and add to broth.
  • Add olive oil, garlic, Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire, and pepper.
  • Add bacon bits, diced onion, diced celery, and rice. Stir well.
  • Turn rice cooker on ad cook until machine shuts off (or shifts to WARM mode) and rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Stir and fluff rice with fork (or paddle utensil provided with rice cooker) and serve.
  • STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS: Add all ingredients, except rice, to medium saucepan and bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, add rice, cover, and cook until rice is tender, appx 17 minutes. Stir and fluff rice with fork and serve.
  • NOTES: You may add up to 1/3 c additional veggies, such as diced bell peppers or cooked red beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 5.8, Sodium 731.7, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 7.9

Rasel Gazi
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I'm giving this recipe 3 stars. It was good, but not great.


Ram Ji
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. I probably won't make it again.


Kessis fikrmariam
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The instructions in this recipe were a bit confusing. I'm not sure if I did it right.


asok biswi
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Lala Mujahid
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This recipe was too spicy for my taste. I'll have to reduce the amount of cayenne pepper next time.


Mujahed Hussain khan
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my rice pilaf turned out mushy. I think I might have added too much water.


Ibanga Donatus
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The leftovers of this rice pilaf are even better the next day. I love reheating it for breakfast.


Methembe Lunga
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I love the ease of making this dish in my rice cooker. It's so hands-off.


Onlina Luna
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This Cajun rice pilaf is a great way to spice up your weeknight dinner routine.


Pubg Lite
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I'm always looking for new rice pilaf recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. Thanks for sharing!


Anwar TV
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I added some chicken to this recipe and it turned out great. It's a great way to make a complete meal.


Rakhal Das
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The vegetables in this dish were so fresh and flavorful. I especially loved the bell peppers and onions.


Md Obie Mis
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this recipe was just the right amount of heat.


Jesus Valdez
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This rice pilaf is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's also great for leftovers.


Becky Elswick
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time.


Hossam
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Fadi Kamal
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Sonia Demyers
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This Cajun rice pilaf is a flavor explosion! The combination of spices and vegetables creates a dish that is both savory and satisfying.