Best 4 Croatian Rizi Bizi Rice And Green Peas Recipes
Croatian Rizi Bizi, or “rice and peas”, is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines the goodness of rice, green peas, and aromatic herbs. This classic Croatian dish is commonly served as a side dish or a light main course, and it is a staple in many Croatian households. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, Croatian Rizi Bizi is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. In this article, we will explore the best recipe for creating this delightful dish, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect result every time.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CROATIAN RIZI-BIZI (RICE AND GREEN PEAS)
This is very popular side dish in Croatia, served with various meats and sauces. It is almost inevitable Sunday side dish with roasted or fried chicken. The recipe is with fresh green peas removed from shucks but it can be done with canned or frozen peas. This recipe is from Cooking High School in Zagreb, 1st year, slightly adopted to avoid too many steps and dishes (they, students, don't wash their dishes).
Provided by nitko
Categories White Rice
Time 50m
Yield 5 portions, 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sauté finely minced onion on butter and when transparent add green peas and parsley leaves (it will be even better if you use baby onions).
- Add some water and cook until green peas are almost soft (skip this if you use canned green peas, just sauté onion a bit). At the moment peas are soft; all liquid must evaporate, but be careful not to burn green peas.
- Add some more butter and whole rice. Sauté it until rice become greasy with butter, than add water, salt and pepper. Usual measure of the manufacturer for cooking rice is 1:3 (rice: water), so do it as they say.
- Cook rice stirring occasionally until rice is done.
- Put rice in casserole pot (greased with some butter) and put it in preheated oven (180°C) for 15 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.1, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 42.7, Sodium 2449.8, Carbohydrate 95.5, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 6.3, Protein 12.5
GREEN RICE AND PEAS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 28m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put the rice, stock and water in a pot, bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook 18 minutes. Put the peas in bowl to defrost while the rice cooks.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, garlic and extra-virgin olive oil; add to a blender with the basil, parsley and tarragon and puree.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and add to the bowl with the peas. Pour the dressing over the top and toss to combine; serve or chill.
RISI E BISI -- ITALIAN STYLE RICE AND PEAS
This is one of the first solid food entrees for many Italian children. It is one of my favorites and I continue to eat it today, at 35 years and counting!
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 27m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken stock in a small pot and warm over low heat.
- Heat a medium sized skillet over medium heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil 2 turns of the pan, and garlic. Saute garlic 1 minute, then add Arborio. Toast the Arborio rice 2 minutes, then ladle in 1/3 of the stock. Bring to a bubble. Stir rice occasionally, allowing the rice to get starchy and the stock to cook into the rice. Add more stock when rice starts to become dry. Continue stirring and ladling broth until rice is al dente, 22 minutes. Stir in peas and cheese and season with salt and pepper, to your taste. Serve immediately.
RISI BISI
Ordinary rice is made extraordinary with chicken broth, peas, Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts. This slow cooker side dish is a very light and fluffy and it goes very well with beef, pork, chicken as well as seafood.
Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine rice, onion, and garlic in bowl of a slow cooker. Pour chicken broth and water into a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Stir boiling liquid, Italian seasoning, and basil into rice mixture. Cover and cook on low setting for 2 to 3 hours, until liquid is absorbed. Stir in peas. Cover and cook 1 hour. Stir in cheese. Spoon into a serving dish and sprinkle with pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 721.3 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality rice: For the best results, use a long-grain rice like basmati or jasmine rice.
- Soak the rice: Soaking the rice for at least 30 minutes before cooking will help it cook more evenly and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Use fresh or frozen green peas: If using fresh green peas, shell them before cooking. Frozen green peas can be used without thawing.
- Use a flavorful broth: To add more flavor to the dish, use a flavorful broth such as chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth.
- Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the dish, such as carrots, celery, or onions.
- Season to taste: Be sure to season the dish to taste with salt and pepper, and add other seasonings as desired.
Conclusion:
Rizi bizi is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its colorful appearance and flavorful taste, rizi bizi is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give rizi bizi a try!
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