Description
Savor the delightful flavors of this easy rice pilaf, featuring fluffy grains and aromatic spices that elevate any meal into a culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain rice (Basmati or jasmine)
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme, to taste)
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients
- Measure out the rice and broth. Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about five minutes). Stir in minced garlic for another minute until fragrant.
- 3. Toast the Rice
- Add rinsed rice to the pan and stir well to coat each grain with butter. Cook for about two minutes, stirring occasionally until edges are slightly golden.
- 4. Add Broth and Season
- Pour in the broth (and herbs if using) while bringing everything to a boil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Simmer
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and let simmer for about fifteen minutes without lifting the lid.
- 6. Fluff & Serve
- After fifteen minutes, remove from heat but keep covered for five more minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving hot alongside your favorite main dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg