ZUCCHINI PILAF!

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This Recipe came from "The Frugal Gourmet's" PBS Series a long time ago. We love rice and we love zucchini. This is a delicious combo.

Provided by Ingrid Parker

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium zucchini, sliced (1/4-inch)
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup long grain rice
2 tbsp. butter
1-1/2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup white wine (or chicken stock with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice)
1/2 tsp kosher salt or 1/4 tsp. regular iodized salt)
grated parmesan for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Sauté zucchini and garlic in olive oil until just wilted. Remove from skillet
  • 2. Add butter to pan and sauté rice until it starts to turn golden brown.
  • 3. Place rice into a saucepan. Add broth, wine and salt and bring to a boil. Place zucchini on top BUT DO NOT STIR!
  • 4. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is done, about 20 minutes. Serve sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan. NOTE: Please don't use the stuff in The Green Can. :-)

Faizan
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This recipe is a great base for customization. I've added different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create different flavor variations.


Lesedi Letladi
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I added some chopped red bell pepper to the recipe for extra color and flavor.


Shiraz dahar
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I didn't have any pine nuts, so I used chopped walnuts instead. They worked great!


Allison MacDonald
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The rice was a bit overcooked for my taste. I would cook it for a few minutes less next time.


Richie Fiifi
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.


Kiron Rk
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The zucchini was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely make this recipe again.


Aymane Gamer
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This is a healthy and delicious recipe. The zucchini is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and the rice is a good source of fiber. It's a great meal for people who are trying to eat healthy.


Shahadat Vai
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up. It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Travis Cargle Jr
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This recipe is easy to follow and doesn't require any special ingredients. I was able to make it with ingredients I already had on hand.


Md Basar
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The zucchini, onion, and garlic are all cooked together in a flavorful broth, and the pine nuts and cranberries add a nice crunch and sweetness. It's a perfect dish for a summer meal.


Tamin Tamim
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I always have a few zucchinis in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up before they go bad.


Nene Ward
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'm definitely making it again soon.


Naren Shrestha
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This is my new favorite zucchini recipe! The pilaf is so flavorful and versatile. I've served it as a main course, a side dish, and even a breakfast casserole. It's always a hit.


Nancy Kats
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook zucchini, and this recipe was a hit! The pilaf was flavorful and satisfying, and the zucchini was cooked perfectly. I also appreciated that the recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any special ingredien


Rana Can 37
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This zucchini pilaf recipe is a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth with zucchini, onion, and garlic, and then topped with toasted pine nuts and dried cranberries. I loved the combination of flavo