Rice Pilaf
Rice pilaf is a comforting and flavorful dish that elevates any meal with its aromatic spices and fluffy grains. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this easy rice pilaf recipe will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. With a delightful combination of basmati rice, savory vegetables, and vibrant spices, it’s a versatile side that pairs beautifully with any protein or can stand alone as a vegetarian main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Various
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse basmati rice under cold water until it runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice to the saucepan, followed by vegetable broth. Stir gently to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for another 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg