Name: Classic Rice Pilaf Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain white rice; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 small onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Classic Rice Pilaf Recipe

Rebecca Dryden Modified: February 29, 2024

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How To Make Classic Rice Pilaf

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 cup long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat it with the butter and onion mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the broth, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve the classic rice pilaf as a delicious side dish with your favorite main course.