Perfect Pilaf Rice

Pilaf rice is a popular dish in many cultures around the world, with variations in ingredients and cooking methods.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Perfect Pilaf Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Basmati Rice
• 3 cup Vegetable Stock
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 cup Frozen Peas
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the carrot and frozen peas, and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
5. Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with the spices.
6. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
9. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.