Best 6 Herbed Brown Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the art of crafting "Herbed Brown Rice Pilaf," a delectable dish that harmonizes the nutty flavor of brown rice with an aromatic blend of herbs. This pilaf transcends the ordinary, offering a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and captivate your senses. Get ready to transform simple ingredients into an extraordinary dish that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HERBED RICE PILAF



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This savory side dish has been a family favorite for years. Our 12-year-old daughter, Jennifer, is an expert with this recipe, which is a great help for a busy working mom like me. We sure enjoy this rice dish in the summer with a grilled entree. -Jeri Dobrowski, Beach, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2-1/2 cups water
1 package (2 to 2-1/2 ounces) chicken noodle soup mix
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
1 tablespoon chopped pimientos, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the rice, celery and onion in butter, stirring constantly, until rice is browned. Stir in the next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley; stir in pimientos if desired. , Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HERBED RICE PILAF



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 small onion, chopped
3 sprigs fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Add the rice, onion and thyme and saute until the onion is softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the chicken stock over the rice, cover and cook over medium-low until tender and fluffy, about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork, fold in the parsley and let stand 5 minutes before serving.

SPICED BROWN RICE PILAF



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Our Barbecued Salmon Fillets are served on top of this brown-rice pilaf, which is flavored with white wine and vegetables and spiced with paprika, turmeric, and cumin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons canola oil
1 red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 small carrots, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 stalk celery, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups brown rice
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add wine, and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl, and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Stir in rice, and cook until tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Drain, and add to bowl of vegetables. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, turmeric, and cumin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 203 g

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

HERBED BROWN RICE



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From Wheat-Free Recipes & Menus by Carol Fenster, p. 60, c. 2004. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.

Provided by NELady

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h

Yield 1 Rice Batch, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 (12 ounce) package long grain brown rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried chives
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat oil in a 3-quart, ovenproof, saucepan over medium heat. Add onion & saute, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add the rice; cook, stirring for 2 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Cover & transfer to the oven. Bake 40 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.3, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 580.8, Carbohydrate 47.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2, Protein 7.3

HERBED CHICKEN WITH BROWN RICE PILAF



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Tastey!! I have made the pilaf often without the chicken, to go with other meats and fish. Left over pilaf is nice stir fryed.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 1/2 cups brown rice
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups water
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb chicken breast, boneless,skinless
1/4 cup dried apricot, slivered
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup toasted almond, slivered
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in saucepan over medium heat.
  • Cook garlic 2 minutes.
  • Add rice and cumin, stir until coated.
  • Add broth and cayenne pepper.
  • Increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer over medium low heat 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, stir italian seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle over both sides of chicken to coat.
  • Heat remaining oil in frying pan over medium high heat.
  • Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes on each side.
  • Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
  • Stir apricots and raisens into rice.
  • Cover and continue to simmer until broth has been absorbed, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Gently stir almonds and green onions into rice mixture.
  • To serve, place rice mixture on plate and fan chicken slices over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648.8, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 945.4, Carbohydrate 70, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 11.6, Protein 35.8

Tips:

  • To make the perfect pilaf, you need to use the right kind of rice. A long-grain rice like basmati or jasmine is best because it will cook up light and fluffy.
  • Be sure to rinse the rice well before cooking. This will remove any impurities and help the rice cook evenly.
  • When sautéing the rice, be sure not to overcook it. You want the rice to be slightly translucent and still have a little bit of a bite to it.
  • When adding the liquid to the rice, be sure to use a flavorful broth. This will add depth of flavor to the pilaf.
  • Let the pilaf rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the rice to absorb all of the liquid and flavors.

Conclusion:

Herbed brown rice pilaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It's a great way to add some extra flavor and nutrition to your meals. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying side dish, give herbed brown rice pilaf a try.

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