Paddy’s Recipe
Make Paddy’s Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Begin by rinsing the Paddy rice under cold water in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
While the rice is rinsing, dice the onion, carrots, and bell pepper into small, uniform pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
- 5
Cook the Rice
Stir in the rinsed Paddy rice, followed by the vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 6
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the broth is absorbed.
- 7
Add Peas
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the peas to the pot. Stir gently to incorporate them with the rice.
- 8
Finish with Herbs
Once cooked, remove the pot from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley and optional lemon juice for brightness. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serving
- 9
Serve
Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm. Optionally, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor.