Rice Pilaf Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Rinse the Rice

   Place the long-grain rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and diced carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Add Garlic

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Toast the Rice

   Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan with the sautéed vegetables. Stir for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the rice to toast slightly and absorb the flavors.

5. 5

   Add Broth and Seasonings

   Pour in the chicken broth, add salt and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients.

6. 6

   Cook the Rice

   Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.

7. 7

   Fluff and Garnish

   Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat. Let it sit covered for another 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.