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Brown Rice Pilaf (NEW) (GF) (V) All Things Delicious
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Description

Brown rice is a healthy and nutritious option for those looking for a side dish to go with their meals. The brown rice pilaf is a versatile recipe that can be easily customized with different vegetables and spices to suit your taste buds. This recipe is easy to prepare and can be made in minimal time.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is around 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 40-45 minutes.

Ingredient

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Equipment

  • Saucepan with a lid
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spoon for stirring

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the brown rice to the pan and stir to coat with the oil.
  3. Add the vegetable broth, thyme, rosemary, salt and black pepper to the pan and stir to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
  5. Simmer the rice for 35-40 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the frozen peas to the rice. Stir to combine.
  7. Cover the saucepan with the lid again and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork, then add the chopped parsley and stir to combine.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Notes

  • You can use chicken or beef broth instead of vegetable broth if you prefer.
  • If you don't have dried thyme or rosemary, you can use fresh herbs instead.
  • You can customize this recipe by adding different vegetables like carrots, celery, or bell peppers.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 261
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 693mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the brown rice before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • If the rice is still hard after the liquid has been absorbed, add a little more liquid and continue cooking until it's tender.
  • You can add some toasted almonds or cashews for a crunchy texture.
  • If you're short on time, you can use instant brown rice instead of regular brown rice. Just follow the package instructions for cooking.

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