Welcome to the world of Louisiana pecan rice, a delectable dish that combines the nutty flavor of pecans with the fluffy texture of long-grain rice. This dish, often considered a Southern delicacy, has its roots in the rich culinary traditions of Louisiana, where it is celebrated as a symbol of hospitality and comfort. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this comprehensive guide will take you on a culinary journey, providing you with the secrets to creating a mouthwatering Louisiana pecan rice that will impress your friends and family. We will explore the key ingredients, cooking techniques, and serving suggestions that will elevate this dish to perfection.
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PECAN RICE
This is a recipe from Ricardo. It looks so simple that I decided to write it here for my Zaar friends :) It's a recipe inspired from Louisiana.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a saucepan, brown the onions in butter. Add pecans, rice and chicken stock.
- Bring to boil, cover and cook at low heat without stirring, about 20 minutes.
- Stir and adjust seasoning. Serve with poultry or fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.9, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 17.4, Sodium 153.8, Carbohydrate 33.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 6.1
PECAN RICE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Cook 1 slice chopped bacon in butter in a saucepan. Add 1/2 small chopped onion and cook until soft. Add 1 1/2 cups basmati rice and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add 1 cup chicken broth, 1 1/4 cups water, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, 15 minutes. Add 1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans; cover and let stand 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
AUTHENTIC LOUISIANA RED BEANS AND RICE
Authentic Cajun flavor! I grew up in Louisiana and love red beans and rice; these are just like I remember. Serve with Tabasco sauce for a little kick. My family loved to splash a little cider vinegar in each bowl.
Provided by MIAMI BEACH
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 11h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Rinse beans, and then soak in a large pot of water overnight.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and celery in olive oil for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Rinse beans, and transfer to a large pot with 6 cups water. Stir cooked vegetables into beans. Season with bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, sage, parsley, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
- Stir sausage into beans, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the rice. In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve beans over steamed white rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.4 calories, Carbohydrate 79.1 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 603.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
LOUISIANA PECAN RICE
Roasting the pecans in a 350-degree oven for about ten minutes prior to adding them to the dish will intensify the flavor of this recipe. You can use almonds or cashew, even hazel nuts goes well with this recipe. Just toast them the same way to bring out the flavor.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Rice
Time 37m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat butter in saucepot over a medium heat.
- Add onion, celery and bell pepper and sauté for 5 minutes.
- Turn heat up to high.
- Add garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add Cajun or creole seasoning, rice and cook for an additional minute.
- Add 3 1/2 cups of beef broth, bring to boil and cook for 5 minutes.
- Lower heat to medium and stir in remaining 1/2 cup broth, pecans and hot sauce.
- Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in parsley and green onions.
MIMI'S LOUISIANA DIRTY RICE
A true classic, Louisiana dirty rice is filled with ground meat, onion, celery, bell peppers, and assorted spices. Also, perfect as a dressing or stuffing for turkey, chicken, etc...
Provided by Miss Mimi
Time 35m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and sausage; cook and stir, breaking into small pieces, until they begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Add onion, bell peppers, celery, and garlic. Continue to cook and stir until meat is fully browned, 3 to 4 minutes more. Stir in soy sauce, black pepper, paprika, oregano, Cajun seasoning, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt.
- Stir in broth and bay leaves. Let simmer for 6 to 8 minutes. Fold in rice, 1 cup at a time, until fully coated. Mix in parsley. Simmer for 6 to 8 more minutes. Discard bay leaves and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 82.7 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 1317.9 mg, Sugar 3 g
LA LOUISIANA PECAN PIE
Steps:
- Completely pave shell with nutmeats, crowding them in. Chill the shell for at least a half hour. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Combine the sugar, syrup and butter in a heavy saucepan. Whisk over low heat just until the butter is melted and ingredients blended. Remove from heat.
- Beat the eggs with the salt until completely mixed. Beat in lukewarm syrup mixture, then the vanilla and rum.
- Brush the rim of the shell with cream. Pour in filling mixture. (Pecans will start floating.)
- Cover the edges of the shell with aluminum foil. Set the pie on lower rack and bake 40 minutes. Cover center with another sheet of foil if it starts to brown too rapidly.
- Remove foil from the edges and continue to bake 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling puffed up. Cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes and serve pie warm or at room temperature.
PECAN RICE
Provided by Allison Vines-Rushing
Categories Nut Rice Side Thanksgiving Tree Nut Pecan Simmer Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Add the olive oil and heat for 1 minute. Add the pecans and toast, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the nuts are fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the shallots, carrot, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the rice and the vegetables for an additional 3 minutes. Add the stock, increase the heat to high, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Decrease the heat to low, cover, and cook for 12 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for another 10 minutes.
- Stir in the green onions before serving.
TEXAS PECAN RICE
For a special holiday side dish, I dressed up an old recipe to give it a little more Texas character. Everyone loved the savory flavor and crunchy pecans. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, TX
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and green onions; cook and stir until tender, 3-5 minutes. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in pecans, salt, thyme, pepper and cumin. Add consomme and water; bring to a boil., Bake, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 1 to 1-1/4 hours. Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with bacon and, if desired, pecan halves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
Tips for Making the Best Louisiana Pecan Rice
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will remove any starch and help the rice cook evenly.
- Cook the rice in a flavorful liquid. Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or water can be used. You can also add herbs, spices, or vegetables to the liquid for extra flavor.
- Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer the rice until it is cooked through. This will help the rice absorb the liquid and cook evenly.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. This will help separate the grains and make the rice light and fluffy.
Conclusion
Louisiana pecan rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its nutty flavor and creamy texture, pecan rice is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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