RICE PILAF WITH SHALLOTS

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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

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 small shallots, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cups white basmati rice
1 cup homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

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.

Queen Tilwana Simone Colson
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This rice pilaf is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I love serving it with a big bowl of soup.


naqeed Masood
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I always have rice and shallots on hand, so it's a great go-to meal when I'm short on time.


Go Bros
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I'm not a fan of rice pilaf, but I tried this recipe and it was surprisingly good.


Nazmul Hashn
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish.


Richard Feuti
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I added some chopped mushrooms and bell peppers to the rice pilaf and it was delicious!


Apsara Thapa
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I'm not a big fan of shallots, so I substituted onions. It turned out great!


saanyol gabriel
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Not bad, but I've had better.


Ainu Shah
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Meh.


Tahir Mubeen
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This recipe is a fail. The rice pilaf was bland and the shallots were overpowering.


Louise Joubert
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I followed the recipe exactly and the rice pilaf came out mushy. Not sure what went wrong.


zahraa alzway
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The rice pilaf turned out perfectly! The shallots gave it a subtle sweetness and the toasted nuts added a nice crunch. I served it with roasted chicken and steamed vegetables and it was a delicious meal.


SMOKE AKA
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This is my go-to rice pilaf recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and I love that it's so versatile. I've used different types of rice, nuts, and vegetables and it's always turned out great.


Mackayla Gil
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I made this rice pilaf for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the fragrant aroma and the nutty flavor. The recipe is simple to follow and the end result is sure to impress.


Laue Judi
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This rice pilaf recipe was easy to follow and resulted in a flavorful and fluffy dish. The shallots added a nice depth of flavor and the toasted nuts brought a delightful crunch. Definitely a keeper!