Welcome to the world of flavors and aromas with our guide to cooking the perfect Gulf Coast Style White Rice Pilaf. This dish is a culinary treasure that embodies the vibrant spirit of the Gulf Coast region. With its fluffy texture, savory flavors, and versatility, this pilaf takes you on a culinary journey that is both comforting and delightful. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to the kitchen, this article will provide you with the knowledge and guidance to create a pilaf that will be the star of your next meal.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
WHITE & WILD RICE PILAF
Oh, I just love rice pilaf! This one is from a Swanson Broth Creative Cooking recipe pamphlet. Just remember that the broth is already diluted, so don't add water! Also, feel free to add other herbs of your choice.
Provided by BeccaB3c
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 1h10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet.
- Add onion, carrots, celery and garlic and cook until tender.
- Add wild rice and broth.
- Heat to a boil.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 25 minutes.
- Add white rice.
- Cover and cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until done.
- Stir in parsley.
WILD RICE PILAF
This is a savory change from the usual white or brown rice.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Rice Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a medium saucepan with a lid over medium. Add walnuts, and toast, tossing, until lightly browned and fragrant, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove walnuts; set aside.
- In same saucepan, heat oil over medium-low. Add shallots; cook until translucent, 2 to 4 minutes. Add rice mix and 2 cups water; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to medium-low; cook until tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve, topped with walnuts and, if desired, parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g
CLASSIC RICE PILAF
Cooking a perfect batch of white rice without a rice cooker can be a challenge. That's why we are going for forget about cooking rice on the stove and show you the incredibly delicious and absolutely foolproof world of pilaf!
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is lightly browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Combine rice and onion mixture in a 9x13-inch casserole dish placed on a baking sheet. Stir thoroughly to coat the rice.
- Combine chicken stock, salt, saffron, and cayenne pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock mixture over rice in the casserole dish and stir to combine. Spread mixture evenly along the bottom of the pan. Cover tightly with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Remove foil and fluff with a fork to separate the grains of rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 955.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
GULF COAST-STYLE WHITE RICE PILAF (ARROZ BLANCO)
I love this recipe because it cooks in the oven leaving more room on the stovetop or it can cook along with your enchiladas! From Rick Bayless.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Turn on the oven to 350 degrees and position a rack in the middle. Set a medium (3 quart) ovenproof saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, rice and onion. Stir frequently ntil the grains of rice turn from translucent to milky-white, about 5 minutes-for the whitest rice, they shouldn't brown.
- Add the garlic and stir a few seconds, until fragrant, then add the chicken broth and 1 teaspoons salt (that's what I usually neeed when using a normally salted broth). Stir a couple of times, then let the mixture come to a full boil.
- Cover the pan and set in the middle of the oven. Bake 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle with the chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.4, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 222.7, Carbohydrate 39.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 4.8
RICE PILAF GARDEN STYLE
Steps:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. When the butter melts, add in the rice and pasta. Saute for 4 to 5 minutes, then add the shallots and saute 2 minutes more. Add the zucchini and mushrooms and mix to combine. Stir in the stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 14 to 16 minutes. Add the tomatoes, parsley, lemon zest and Parmesan. Season with the black pepper and salt, if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.
GULT-COAST-STYLE WHITE-RICE PILAF
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350. Set a medium (3 qt) ovenproof saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, rice and onion. Stir frequently until the grains of rice turn from translucent to milky white, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir a few seconds, until fragrant, then add the chicken broth and salt. Stir a few times, then let mixture come to a full boil. Cover the pan and set on a rack in the middle of the over. Bake 25 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
CAJUN-STYLE RICE PILAF
Steps:
- Boil sausage in 1/4 cup water for 5 minutes. While the sausage is boiling, remove the shells from the shrimp. Put shells and tails in 2 cups of water. Bring shrimp water to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Grill the sausage links for about 5 minutes or until they are completely cooked through. Brush the shrimp with 1/2 tablespoon oil and grill about 2 minutes per side. Pull off and set aside.
- Heat a medium pot on medium high heat and add vegetable oil, onions, and red pepper. Saute for 3 to 4 minutes or until the onions are translucent. Add Cajun seasoning and rice; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add the Syrah Rose, stir for a few seconds, and strain the shrimp stock into the pot. Once it comes to a boil, turn the heat down to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, chop the shrimp and sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- Once rice is done, add peas, shrimp, and sausage and cook for another 2 minutes to heat through. Add salt and pepper to your taste. Garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 194.5 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 29.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 948.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE RICE PLILAF
If you have wanted to make Longhorn Steakhouse Rice Pilaf in the comfort of your own home then you are in luck. This rice pilaf recipe is incredibly easy and delicious! And it takes less than 20 minutes to prepare!
Provided by Katie Clark
Categories Copycat
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook rice using desired method but use chicken broth instead of water.
- Cover the bottom of a skillet with about 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
- Add the red pepper and onion and pan fry until they are nice and shriveled (about 10 minutes).
- Add the cook riced and fry with the red peppers and onion. Add more oil if necessary.
- Add parsley, and salt and pepper to taste, and cook for a minute or two longer.
LONG-GRAIN AND WILD RICE PILAF
Look for long-grain and wild rice mixes near other rice products on supermarket shelves. Wild rice adds an invigorating, nutty flavor and texture to pilaf.
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the margarine in a large saucepan. Add the onion and sauté over medium heat until golden.
- Add 4 cups water, the celery, and bouillon cubes and bring to a simmer. Stir in the rice mix, cover, and simmer gently until the water is absorbed, 35 to 40 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
- Did you know that wild rice is not really a type of rice, nor a grain at all? It is actually the seed of a tall aquatic grass that thrives in freshwater lakes or rivers. Most of the crop is harvested in and around Minnesota and other Great Lakes states by Native American-owned companies. Cultivating wild rice on a larger scale has proven difficult, so its niche remains as a specialty gourmet grain.
- Wild rice dishes help dress up fall harvest meals; they are especially compatible with winter squash dishes.
- Combine brown rice with a small amount of wild rice when cooking for added texture and nutty flavor.
- Add a small amount of cooked wild rice to stuffings and other wintery casseroles.
- Calories: 168
- Total Fat: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrate: 28g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 338mg
Tips:
- Use high-quality rice: Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, is best for pilaf. These rices have a delicate flavor and texture that will hold up well during the cooking process.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly: Rinsing the rice removes the starch, which helps to prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: A heavy-bottomed pot will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the rice from burning.
- Don't stir the rice too much: Stirring the rice too much will break the grains and make the pilaf mushy.
- Let the rice rest before serving: This will allow the rice to absorb all of the flavors and become fluffy.
Conclusion:
Gulf Coast Style White Rice Pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its fluffy texture and savory flavor, this pilaf is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a simple yet satisfying side dish, give this recipe a try!
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