Rice Pilaf

Rice pilaf is a popular dish in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. It is often served as a side dish or as a main course with added vegetables or protein.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Rice Pilaf

Cooking Method: Sautéing, Simmering Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

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

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Parsley

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add the turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with the spices.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 1g

Protein 4g8%

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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.