Embark on a culinary journey to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable array of rice pilaf recipes. From the vibrant flavors of Mexican Corn and Chile Rice Pilaf to the cheesy indulgence of Cheesy Rice Pilaf with Roasted Red Peppers, each dish promises a unique and satisfying experience. Get ready to elevate your meals with these simple yet extraordinary rice pilaf creations.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
RICE PILAF
No more boring rice! This simple and easy Rice Pilaf recipe is a flavorful side dish that pairs nicely with just about any entrée!
Provided by Blair Lonergan
Categories Side Dish
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large skillet (that has a lid) or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the rice and cook, stirring regularly, until the rice is browned - about 2-3 minutes. Add the onion, celery and carrot; cook, stirring regularly, until the vegetables start to soften - about 4 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper, to taste. If you're using salted chicken broth, you probably won't need too much extra salt. If you're using low-sodium or homemade unsalted broth, you may need up to ½ - ¾ teaspoon of salt.
- Add the broth to the skillet with the rice and vegetables. Add the bay leaf; bring the liquid to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the rice simmer for 18-20 minutes. Once the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, turn off the heat, discard the bay leaf, fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in the fresh parsley and toasted almonds.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 of the recipe, Calories 312 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 81 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g
CHEESY SOUTHWEST RICE AND CORN
Add some flavor to your weeknight dinners with this Cheesy Southwest Rice and Corn. It couldn't be simpler! Sauté your veggies and mix, then enjoy cheesy Southwest rice with red peppers, onion, corn and green chiles.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onions and red peppers; cook 4 to 5 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Add corn; cook and stir 3 min. Add garlic; cook 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Fluff rice with fork. Add to cooked vegetables along with the cheeses, chiles and 1/4 cup cilantro; stir until shredded cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g
CHEESY RICE PILAF
Steps:
- Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and stir until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and bring to a full boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 18 minutes.
- Meanwhile, melt the remaining tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until incorporated. Gradually whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the Gruyere; keep warm, covered.
- When the rice is cooked, stir in the cheese sauce, parsley, chives and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper.
WHITE RICE PILAF WITH CORN, ROASTED CHILES AND FRESH CHEESE
Queso Fresco (fresh Mexican cheese) is called for in this recipe but you can substitute Feta or any fresh cheese like Farmers, etc. This would make a nice main course as well with a salad
Provided by Sageca
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 1h
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Roast,peel,remove seeds and slice the poblano chiles into short thin strips.
- Start the rice about 40 minutes before you want serve.
- Combine the oil, rice, and onion in a 2 quart saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently for about 7 minutes until the onion is translucent but not browned.
- Add the broth to the rice mixture along with the chiles and corn, stir well, scrape down the side so the pan, cove and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes>.
- When the rice has cooked 15 minutes, let it stand off the fire, covered for 5 to 10 minutes until the grains are tender.
- Add the crumbled cheese and toss the with a fork to incorporate the ingredients and stop the cooking. Scoop into a serving bowl and garnish with the watercress or parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 272.5, Carbohydrate 41.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 6.1
AWESOME RICE PILAF
Rice combined with a medley of vegetables and spices. A great side dish with chicken and pork. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
Provided by tooshay
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir carrots, celery, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Gently stir rice, corn, and peas into vegetables to combine. Pour chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce into rice mixture. Season with lemon pepper, parsley, thyme, saffron, salt, and black pepper, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let pilaf stand covered until grains are separate, 10 to 15 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 379.5 mg, Sugar 3 g
GREEN RICE PILAF
This verdant side gets its color from a mix of parsley, cilantro, chives and mint. Chicken stock adds depth, and a bit of lemon and soy sauce brighten the flavors at the end. It goes well with just about anything, but you might pair it with your next chicken or fish dish for a rewarding weeknight dinner.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories easy, side dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put the oil in a deep skillet or large saucepan over medium-high heat. When it's hot, add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the rice and cook, stirring, until glossy, about 1 minute. Add the stock or water and a good sprinkling of salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
- Turn the heat down to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is almost entirely absorbed, about 15 minutes. Uncover, remove from the heat and stir in the herbs. Replace the lid and let rest off the heat for at least 10 minutes or up to 20 minutes. Uncover and stir in the lemon zest; taste and adjust the seasoning. Fluff the pilaf with a fork, and serve warm or at room temperature with a drizzle of soy sauce.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 264, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 361 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
CLASSIC RICE PILAF
Cooking a perfect batch of white rice without a rice cooker can be a challenge. That's why we are going for forget about cooking rice on the stove and show you the incredibly delicious and absolutely foolproof world of pilaf!
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine rice and onion mixture in a 9x13-inch casserole dish placed on a baking sheet. Stir thoroughly to coat the rice.
- Combine chicken stock, salt, saffron, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock mixture over rice in the casserole dish and stir to combine. Spread mixture evenly along the bottom of the pan. Cover tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Remove foil and fluff with a fork to separate the grains of rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 955.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
RICE AND GREEN CHILE PILAF
Categories Rice Side Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Hot Pepper Gourmet Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small heavy saucepan cook onion in oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened. Stir in garlic, chiles, and rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is translucent, about 1 minute. Add broth and salt and pepper to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook pilaf, covered, until liquid is evaporated and rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Fluff pilaf and stir in scallion.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pilaf will be. Look for fresh, flavorful vegetables and a good quality cheese.
- Rinse the rice before cooking: This will help to remove any starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
- Toast the rice before adding the liquid: This will help to give the rice a nutty flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Use a flavorful broth: Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water can be used to make pilaf. However, using a flavorful broth will add more depth of flavor to the dish.
- Add vegetables and spices: Vegetables such as corn, chiles, and onions can be added to the pilaf for extra flavor and nutrition. Spices such as cumin, chili powder, and paprika can also be added to taste.
- Let the pilaf rest before serving: This will allow the rice to absorb all of the flavors and become fluffy.
Conclusion:
Rice pilaf is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. It is a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables, and it is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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