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Basic Rice Pilaf

A recipe for basic rice pilaf that can be adapted to your likings.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pilaf, rice dishes, rice pilaf
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 medium saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth, warm
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • freshly ground pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat butter or oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the rice and stir frequently for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and coated in butter/oil.
  • Pour in the warm broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

Notes

You can also swap broth flavors or use brown rice (adjust cooking time).