Best 14 Home Style Brown Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Craving a comforting and flavorful side dish? Look no further than homemade brown rice pilaf! This classic dish is a delightful blend of fluffy brown rice, aromatic spices, and savory ingredients, offering a delectable and wholesome addition to any meal. With its nutty flavor and chewy texture, brown rice pilaf is a versatile dish that complements a variety of main courses. Whether you're looking for a simple everyday side or a special occasion dish, this article will guide you through the steps to create the perfect home-style brown rice pilaf that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

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

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.

RICE PILAF



Rice Pilaf image

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

CURRIED BROWN RICE PILAF



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 48m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 cup brown rice in a pot of salted boiling water for 30 minutes; drain. Melt 1/2 stick butter in the same pot. Add 1/2 cup finely broken thin spaghetti, some chopped almonds and raisins, curry powder, salt and pepper; cook 3 minutes. Stir in the rice and sliced scallions.

BROCCOLI BROWN RICE PILAF



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This is one of my favorite low-fat dishes-it's delicious! Rosemary, garlic, almonds and sunflower kernels flavor the broccoli and rice. Sometimes I add cooked cubed chicken for a complete meal. -Mari Condit of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked brown rice
2-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute rice until lightly browned. Add the broth, rosemary and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until rice is almost tender. , Stir in the broccoli, almonds, sunflower kernels, salt and pepper. Cover and cook 3-5 minutes longer or until rice is tender and broccoli is crisp-tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SEASONED BROWN RICE PILAF



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For those of us who are white rice lovers at heart, this recipe makes brown rice taste great! Everyone takes seconds; it is that good. It is so easy to prepare. To convert for vegetarians, just substitute veggie broth for the beef broth. Any leftovers are delicious the next day. -Amy Berry, Poland, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups uncooked brown rice
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add rice and onion; saute until rice is lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Add broth; stir in the next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 35 minutes. Add orzo. Cook, covered, until orzo is tender, 10-15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic exchanges

BROWN RICE PILAF DISH



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Walnuts and dried apricots jazz up brown rice for a tasty, earthy side with loads of flavor. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons butter
1-1/3 cups instant brown rice
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1-1/3 cups water
1/3 cup dried apricots, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute green onions in butter until tender. Add rice and walnuts; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until walnuts are toasted. Add the water, apricots, salt and pepper., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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

BASIC LONG-GRAIN BROWN RICE PILAF



Basic Long-Grain Brown Rice Pilaf image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings (2 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup long grain brown rice (about 6 1/2 ounces)
1 (2-inch) strip fresh lemon peel
2 1/2 cups water, or vegetable broth, low sodium canned or homemade
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a medium saucepan with a tight fitting lid, over medium heat. Add the rice and lemon peel and cook, stirring, until slightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Stir in the water and add salt to taste, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until all the water has been absorbed by the rice, about 45 minutes. Please don't lift the lid to give a peek or stir or the rice will not cook evenly.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes?{once again, no peeking. Fluff with a fork, season with salt and pepper and serve.

RAISIN BROWN RICE PILAF



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Michele Doucette of Stephenville, Newfoundland dresses up nutritious brown rice with onion, garlic, raisins and almonds in this flavorful pilaf.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1/2 cup raisins or dried currants
1 cinnamon stick (1 inch)
2-1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in rice, raisins and cinnamon stick; saute until rice is golden. Add broth and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Discard cinnamon stick. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

SIMPLE BROWN RICE PILAF



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This is a quick and simple side dish that I throw together regularly with ingredients I almost always have on hand. It's tasty and healthy!

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup instant brown rice
1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced onion flakes
1 teaspoon garlic salt
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Mix chicken stock and next 5 ingredients in saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Add rice, return mixture to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes (for instant rice-- follow package recommended cooking times for other brown rice varieties).
  • Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with fork.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.6, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 9.4, Sodium 115, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 3.8

FAVORITE BROWN RICE PILAF



Favorite Brown Rice Pilaf image

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

BROWN RICE PILAF



Brown Rice Pilaf image

Make and share this Brown Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1 cup water
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 cup quick-cooking brown rice
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1 tablespoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan put the chicken bouillon and water.
  • Bring to boiling.
  • Stir in mushrooms, instant brown rice, and carrot.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 12 minutes covered.
  • Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Add the green onions and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.8, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.1, Sodium 160.5, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1

Tips:

  • Use the right type of rice: Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, is best for pilaf because it cooks evenly and won't stick together.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking: This removes the starch from the rice, which helps it cook more evenly and prevents it from becoming gummy.
  • Toast the rice before cooking: This gives the rice a nutty flavor and helps it absorb the liquid more easily.
  • Use a flavorful liquid: Broth, stock, or even water can be used to cook pilaf, but a flavorful liquid will add more depth of flavor to the dish.
  • Add vegetables, herbs, and spices: Pilaf is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, and it's also a great way to add flavor and color to the dish. Experiment with different combinations of vegetables, herbs, and spices to find your favorite pilaf recipe.
  • Let the pilaf rest before serving: This allows the rice to absorb all of the liquid and flavors, and it also makes it easier to handle.

Conclusion:

Brown rice pilaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's a great way to use up leftover rice, and it's also a great way to add flavor and color to your meals. Experiment with different combinations of vegetables, herbs, and spices to find your favorite pilaf recipe.

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