Best 13 Brown Rice Pilaf With Onions And Corn Recipes

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Brown rice pilaf with onions and corn is a flavorful and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. Brown rice is a whole grain that is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Onions and corn add sweetness and crunch to the dish. This recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes. You can add other vegetables, such as carrots, celery, or bell peppers, or you can use different spices, such as cumin, paprika, or chili powder.

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BROWN RICE PILAF



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I love this pilaf! I never liked brown rice until I tried it this way. It goes with just about anything, and the leftovers (when there are any) reheat well, too.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup long grain brown rice (not instant)
2 1/2 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until onion is golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add broth, and season with salt and pepper to taste; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 45-50 minutes. Check rice occasionally and add water if necessary.
  • Uncover and let rice stand for 5 minutes before serving.

RICE PILAF



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus 2 pinches
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 pinch saffron, steeped in 1/4 cup hot but not boiling water
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 1-by-2-inch strip orange zest
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup peas, fresh or frozen
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup pistachios, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucier over medium heat.
  • Stir in the onion, bell pepper and 2 pinches of salt.
  • Decrease the heat to low and sweat until the onion is translucent and aromatic but not browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and add the rice. Cook, stirring frequently, until you smell nuts, another 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the saffron and its water, the broth, orange zest, bay leaves and the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Increase the heat and bring to a boil.
  • OK, now the weird part: Thoroughly wet a clean towel, kill the heat, scatter the peas on top of the rice, then place the towel across the top of the saucier. Top with the lid, then fold the towel corners up over the lid.
  • Transfer the saucier (towel and all) to the oven and bake 15 minutes.
  • Remove and rest at room temperature for 15 more minutes without opening the lid.
  • Fish out the orange zest and bay leaves. Turn the pilaf out onto a platter, fluff with a large fork and garnish with the raisins and pistachios. Serve family-style, right in the middle of the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 5 milligrams, Sodium 524 milligrams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 5 grams

HERBED BROWN RICE PILAF



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h7m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, chopped
1 cup long-grain brown rice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 1/2 cups chicken broth or water, warmed
1 clove garlic, smashed
2 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and saute until tender. Add the rice and stir until the rice is glossy and coated with the butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the stock, garlic and thyme. Cover with a tight fitting lid. Cook 40 minutes, turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the thyme sprigs and garlic. Fluff with a fork and add parsley and green onions.

HOME-STYLE BROWN RICE PILAF



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This is comfort food at its best with mild flavors and it's simple to make. This is a very versatile dish: if you prefer, you can use almonds in place of the cashews, and cilantro in place of the parsley.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups water
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup uncooked brown rice
3 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
1 cup chickpeas
2 eggs, beaten
freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup chopped cashews

Steps:

  • Bring 1-1/2 cups water to boil, add rice. Bring contents back to a boil, cover the pot and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Approximately 20 minutes before rice is finished cooking heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions and saute them, stirring frequently until they soften. Add the garlic and carrots and continue stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Place mushrooms inside of skillet and cook until mushrooms begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the chickpeas and cook 1 more minute.
  • When the rice is finished cooking pour the eggs into the skillet and cook the mixture, stirring constantly until the eggs are cooked. Remove the skillet from the heat, stir in pepper, parsley, and nuts.
  • Spoon the cooked rice into the skillet and stir well. Serve the pilaf hot with soy sauce on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 653.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

FAVORITE BROWN RICE PILAF



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I know I have already have a rice pilaf posted, but I couldn't resist changing it up a bit. I came up with something that is quite different from the one I have, and it was a big hit in my house.

Provided by Studentchef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup brown rice
1 onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
3/4 cup frozen peas
3/4 cup frozen corn
salt and pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons basil
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • saute onion and garlic in oil until onion is translucent, about five minutes. Stir frequently to prevent onion and garlic from burning.
  • Add carrot and let saute 3 more minutes.
  • Add brown rice and stir until rice is coated with the olive oil.
  • Cover with about 2 cups of water, and add the corn, peas, salt, pepper, basil and oregano.
  • Let it come to a boil and then let it simmer until ready. Stir occasionally to prevent the bottom from sticking to the pot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 30.8, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 5

BROWNED ONION AND CORN PILAF



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Categories     Onion     Rice     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Corn     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup corn kernels, thawed if frozen
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup unconverted long-grain rice
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan cook the onion and the corn in the butter over moderately high heat, stirring, until the vegetables are browned. Add the rice, stir the mixture until the rice is coated with the butter, and stir in 1 cup water and the salt. Bring the liquid to a boil, stirring, and cook the pilaf, covered, over low heat for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.

RICE PILAF



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 onion, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, minced
2 pinches kosher salt
2 cups long grain rice
2 3/4 cups chicken broth
2 strips orange zest
Pinch of saffron strands, steeped in 1/4 cup hot water
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
Golden raisins and pistachios for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a heavy, wide, lidded pan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onion, red pepper, and kosher salt. Sweat the onions and peppers until aromatic, stirring constantly. Add the rice and stir to coat. Continue stirring until rice smells nutty. Add chicken broth, orange zest, saffron and water, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Stir once, then cover pan with moistened dish towel (or tea towel). Place lid on pan and fold towel corners over lid. Bake for 15 minutes. Then rest at room temperature for 10 to 20 minutes without removing the cover.
  • Meanwhile, simmer peas in salted water until heated through or heat in a microwave.
  • Remove lid from rice and turn out onto a platter. Add peas and fluff with a large fork. Add raisins and pistachios.

BROWN RICE PILAF



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Brown rice, a whole grain, contains all the nutrients and essential parts of the entire grain seed. It adds almost three times as much heart-healthy fiber to this mild-flavored brown rice pilaf as white would. Consider enjoying its slightly nutty flavor often in family recipes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/4 cups uncooked brown rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups water
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned. Add the water, broth, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROWN RICE PILAF WITH ONIONS AND CORN



Brown Rice Pilaf with Onions and Corn image

Quick, easy, and tasty.

Provided by JBLEVY

Categories     Rice Pilaf

Time 1h5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup fresh corn kernels
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup brown rice
1 ¼ cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add corn and onion; cook and stir until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add rice and stir to coat with oil. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until rice is tender, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 730.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BROWN RICE AND ONION PILAF



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 58m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
3/4 pound onions (3 to 4 onions), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence or Italian seasoning
2 cups brown rice (about 1 pound)
5 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat butter and oil in a large sturdy saucepan. When hot add the onions and saute over medium-to-high heat for about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the herbes de Provence and rice and mix well to combine. Add water, salt and pepper and bring mixture to a boil, stirring so it does not stick.
  • When boiling, reduce the heat and cook, covered, over very low heat for about 40 minutes, until rice is tender, a little chewy and most of the moisture has been absorbed. Check rice near end of cooking time; it may take a little longer than 40 minutes to absorb all the water and cook through. Serve with sweet and sour curried chicken.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 359, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 64 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 789 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

QUICK BROWN RICE AND ONIONS



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With only four ingredients and 15 minutes, you can put together a dish that outshines plain ol' rice.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 1/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant brown rice

Steps:

  • Heat butter in 1 1/2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
  • Cook onion in butter 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Add broth; heat to boiling. Stir in rice. Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff rice lightly with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg

CARROT BROWN RICE PILAF



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This versatile, colorful dish complements a variety of meats or other vegetarian entrees. To give this dish a crunchy texture and additional flavor and protein, stir in 2 cups of bean sprouts just before serving. -Paulette Cross, Lowville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, shredded
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup uncooked brown rice
2-1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrots in butter until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned., Stir in the stock, parsley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SHRIMP AND CORN PILAF



Shrimp and Corn Pilaf image

Categories     Rice     Shellfish     Side     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Shrimp     Corn     Fall     Summer     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 green onions, white and green parts sliced separately
1 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 14 1/2-ounce can vegetable broth
1 cup fresh corn kernels or frozen thawed
8 ounces uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Melt 1 teaspoon butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add white parts of green onions; stir 1 minutes. Add rice and stir 1 minute. Add white wine and boil until liquid is almost absorbed, about 1 minute. Add vegetables broth and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is almost tender, about 12 minutes.
  • Add corn, shrimp, basil, thyme and remaining 1 tablespoon butter to rice. Cover and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, shrimp are cooked and rice is tender, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with green parts of green onions. Garnish with lemon.

Tips:

  • Choose the right rice. Long-grain brown rice is the best choice for this recipe, as it cooks up fluffy and separate.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris, and it will also help the rice to cook more evenly.
  • Use a large pot. The rice will expand as it cooks, so it's important to use a pot that is large enough to accommodate it.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice. This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer the rice for 45 minutes. Do not stir the rice during this time, as this will make it gummy.
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork. This will help to prevent the rice from clumping together.
  • Season the rice to taste. You can add salt, pepper, herbs, or other spices to taste.
  • Serve the rice immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Brown rice pilaf is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its nutty flavor and fluffy texture, brown rice pilaf is a great addition to any meal.

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