Vegetable Pilaf
Pilaf is a popular rice dish that is found in various cuisines around the world, including Indian, Middle Eastern, and Central Asian cuisines. It is typically made by cooking rice with a combination of spices and other ingredients to create a flavorful and aromatic dish.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati Rice
- 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (e.g. carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 piece Cinnamon Stick
- 1 leaf Bay Leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cup Vegetable Stock
- 2 tablespoon Oil
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice in water until the water runs clear. Soak it in water for 20-30 minutes and then drain.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute.
- Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute.
- Add mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add soaked and drained rice, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour in vegetable stock and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the pan from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the pilaf with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.