Jul 14 2026
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Sides Recipe

Inspired by Blu Basil Asian Fusion
Time45m
Serves4

Make Sides Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetable Medley

Rice Pilaf

Method

Vegetable Medley

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Add the chopped vegetables to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme. Sauté for about 7-10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish.

Rice Pilaf

  1. 5

    Sauté Onion

    In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 6

    Toast the Rice

    Add the long grain rice to the saucepan and stir to coat in butter. Cook for about 2 minutes until the rice is slightly toasted.

  3. 7

    Add Broth and Bay Leaf

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 8

    Simmer

    Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

  5. 9

    Finish and Serve

    Remove from heat, discard the bay leaf, and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in chopped parsley and serve as a side dish.

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