LEMON RICE WITH SCALLIONS, RED BELL PEPPER, CILANTRO, AND PINE NUTS
Yield 4-6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 1 T oil in a large heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid. Add the scallions and saute 2-3 minutes, or until they are starting to soften. Then add the rice and saute 2-3 minutes more. Add the stock. Bring rice to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer, cover pan, and cook 16 minutes. While rice cooks, zest the lemon, then squeeze lemon juice. (I would measure to be sure you have at least 2 1/2 T lemon juice. Finely dice 1/2 cup red bell pepper, and chop the cilantro. After 16 minutes, check rice to be sure the stock is mostly absorbed, then turn off heat and let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes. Then uncover rice, fluff with a fork and let it cool for 20 minutes. When rice has cooled to your preference, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, and second tablespoon of olive oil in a small bowl, then stir into the rice. Taste to see if you want a bit more lemon juice, and season to taste with salt and fresh ground black pepper. Toast pine nuts in a dry pan for about 1 minute. Toss pine nuts into the rice and stir again. Serve immediately.
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Md Nahian
m_n@hotmail.co.ukThis dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The rice is so flavorful that they won't even notice the healthy ingredients.
Ubedullah Shaikh
ubedullah_s@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The dish was still delicious, but I think it would have been even better with the cilantro.
Jessica Evans
j-evans@yahoo.comThis dish is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are sure to please everyone.
emon ema
eema@gmail.comI'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook rice, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The lemon, scallions, and red bell pepper add a nice pop of flavor.
Leilani Gonzalez
leilani10@hotmail.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that can be easily customized to your liking.
Kavinda Arunoth
arunoth@aol.comOverall, I thought this dish was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were nice. I would definitely make it again.
orko hasan
hasan.orko@gmail.comI found the recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning or a bolder sauce.
victor Green
green_victor47@gmail.comThis dish was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I might try using less lemon next time.
Kingwahaj 505
5.k@gmail.comI'm not usually a fan of lemon rice, but this recipe changed my mind. The addition of the other ingredients really elevates the dish.
Babatunde Olalowo
b_o6@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! The lemon rice is light and refreshing, and the scallions, red bell pepper, cilantro, and pine nuts add a nice touch of savory flavor.
Shak CJ
s.c@gmail.comI made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients.
laddu Salmani
ls62@aol.comThe recipe was easy to follow and the dish came out perfect. I especially loved the vibrant color from the red bell pepper and cilantro.
Shah Khan official
k-shah44@hotmail.comThis lemon rice dish was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The tangy lemon, crispy scallions, and crunchy pine nuts added a nice contrast to the soft and fluffy rice.