Brown wild rice pilaf is a dish that combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the slightly chewy texture of wild rice, offering a delectable side dish for a variety of meals. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for those looking for a healthy and wholesome alternative to traditional white rice pilaf. With its earthy aroma and hearty texture, brown wild rice pilaf is sure to become a favorite in your dinner rotation.
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BROWN AND WILD RICE PILAF
I created this a few years ago at Thanksgiving as substitute for stuffing for the vegetarians. The whole family has adopted it, as we do not cook a whole turkey anymore, just a turkey breast. I suppose it probably could be used to stuff a turkey. It is a bit of trouble to cook the two rices and the vegetable mixture in separate pans, but I find that the taste and texture turns out much better than when I've tried to cook them together.
Provided by Marlena
Categories Brown Rice
Time 1h5m
Yield 1 large dish
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Boil wild rice in two cups water about 50 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, place brown rice and 4 cups broth in another pot and bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and cook for 50 minutes or until done.
- Pour the olive oil into a sauté pan.
- When it is hot, add the onion, celery, and mushrooms, and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the parsley and sage, garlic if using, and a sprinkling of salt and pepper, then continue cooking until vegetables are soft.
- Mix both rices and vegetable mixture, add a bit more vegetable broth if it is too dry, reheat if necessary, and serve.
WILD AND BROWN RICE PILAF WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND DRIED CRANBERRIES
Categories Rice Vegetable Side Sauté Christmas Thanksgiving Low Fat Vegetarian High Fiber Cranberry Butternut Squash Fall Healthy Vegan Christmas Eve Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and carrot; sauté 5 minutes. Add ginger, curry powder, cumin, and garlic; stir 1 minute. Stir in squash and next 4 ingredients. Add 3 3/4 cups water and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cranberries. Cover; let stand until cranberries soften, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand uncovered at room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap; rewarm in microwave.)
RICE COOKER PILAF WITH BROWN RICE, LENTILS, AND WILD RICE
This is a quick and easy pilaf with my favorite spice--cardamom! If you don't have cardamom on hand, you can omit it--the pilaf is still delicious without it. I improvised it one evening when I was short of canned chicken broth and time. I like the recipe because it combines two of my favorite rices with lentils. The lentils add protein. The dish is a perfect accompaniment to chicken baked with a generous sprinkling of cardamom.
Provided by Futtimanette
Categories Brown Rice
Time 50m
Yield 3 1/2 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Remove the inner pot from the rice cooker.
- Place the rices and lentils in a sieve, rinse under running water.
- Add the onion, the rices, and the lentils to the inner pot. Add the water, the pepper, the cardamom, and the chicken bouillon granules. Stir ingredients.
- Return inner pot to rice cooker and press "cook." If pilaf is not sufficiently done after it switches from "cook" to "warm," re-close the rice cooker and keep on "warm" for another 5-10 minutes. Cooking time should be approximately 45 minutes, your rice cooker may vary.
BROWN AND WILD RICE PILAF
Make and share this Brown and Wild Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Rice
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook and stir in brown rice, wild rice, onion and celery in margarine until onion is tender.
- Stir in mushrooms, sage, marjoram, thyme and stock.
- Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Pour into ungreased 1 1/2-quart casserole.
- Cover tightly.
- Bake in 350-degree oven until all liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour.
BROWN- AND WILD-RICE PILAF WITH PORCINI AND PARSLEY
Steps:
- To a small saucepan of boiling water add the wild rice, remove the pan from the heat, and let the rice soak for 30 minutes. In a small bowl combine the, porcini and the hot water and let the mushrooms soak for 30 minutes. Strain the mixture through a rinsed and squeezed paper towel set over a measuring cup, reserving 3/4 cup of the soaking liquid, wash the porcini under cold water to remove any grit, and chop them. In a large saucepan bring the cold water and the porcini soaking liquid to a boil, stir in the wild rice, drained well, the brown rice, and the salt,and simmer the mixture, covered for about 40 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. While the rice is cooking, in a large skillet cook the onion in the butter over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is softened and stir in the porcini. Add the rice to the skillet with the parsley and salt and pepper to taste and combine the mixture well.
BROWN & WILD RICE PILAF
Categories Side
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Royal Blend® Rice Pilaf 3 cups cooked Royal Blend 2 teaspoons margarine 3/4 cup chopped onion 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup celery, diced 1 tablespoon minced parsley 1 - 2 TBS Bells Seasoning 1/4 teaspoon pepper salt to taste In large skillet, cook onion in margarine until golden. Add broth, rice, and celery; bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15-20 minutes. Stir in spices & herbs. Cover and let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- Use a good quality brown wild rice. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of the pilaf.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will remove any dirt or debris and help the rice cook evenly.
- Toast the rice in a little bit of oil before adding the liquid. This will help to bring out the flavor of the rice and give the pilaf a nice nutty flavor.
- Use a flavorful broth or stock. This will add a lot of flavor to the pilaf. You can use chicken, beef, or vegetable broth, or even a combination of different broths.
- Add some vegetables to the pilaf. This will make the pilaf more nutritious and colorful. You can use any vegetables you like, such as carrots, celery, onion, or peas.
- Season the pilaf to taste. You can use salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other seasonings you like.
- Let the pilaf rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the rice to absorb all of the flavors.
Conclusion:
Brown wild rice pilaf is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give brown wild rice pilaf a try!
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