Rice Pilaf Recipe

Time35m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse the Rice
In a fine-mesh strainer, rinse the long-grain white rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
2
Chop Aromatics
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.

3
Sauté Aromatics
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
4
Toast the Rice
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan with the onions and garlic. Stir to coat the rice in the oil or butter, and toast for about 2-3 minutes until the rice is slightly golden.
5
Add Broth and Seasonings
Pour in 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth. Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
6
Cook the Rice
Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
7
Fluff and Serve
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat. Discard the bay leaf. Use a fork to fluff the rice and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm as a side dish.