Rice Pilaf Recipe Without Chicken Broth
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Description
Rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. However, if you're a vegetarian or simply don't have chicken broth on hand, you may be wondering how to make a flavorful rice pilaf without it. Look no further than this recipe!Prep Time
10 minutesCook Time
25-30 minutesIngredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
Equipment
- Medium saucepan with lid
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Method
- Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the rice and stir to coat it in the butter and vegetables.
- Add the vegetable broth and bay leaf, and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Cook the rice for 18-20 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and remove the bay leaf before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute any type of broth you prefer for the vegetable broth, such as mushroom or beef broth.
- If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen mixed vegetables instead.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of olive oil to the butter before adding the vegetables.
Nutrition Info
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 130
- Total fat: 4g
- Saturated fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
- Sodium: 580mg
- Total carbohydrate: 21g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Recipe Tips
- Be sure to use a tight-fitting lid on your saucepan to prevent steam from escaping, which can affect the cooking time and result in undercooked rice.
- If you like a more flavorful rice pilaf, you can add herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the vegetable mixture.
- Leftover rice pilaf can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious rice pilaf without chicken broth!
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