Pecan rice is a culinary classic that combines the flavors of nutty pecans, fluffy rice, and savory seasonings for an unforgettable and flavorful side dish. Originating from the Southern United States, pecan rice has become a staple in many households and is often served at family gatherings and holiday celebrations. Its distinctively rich, earthy taste and alluring aroma make it a popular choice among rice enthusiasts, and its versatility allows it to pair well with various main dishes and proteins. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your recipe repertoire or a novice yearning to master a comforting dish, discovering the nuances of pecan rice will be a culinary adventure that captivates your taste buds and impresses your dinner guests.
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APRICOT-PECAN WILD RICE
Dried apricots add sweetness and color to this dish. Seasoned with sage and thyme, the down-home dish is sure to have guests asking for seconds at your house, too.-Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a nonstick skillet, saute onions and celery in oil for 5 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients. , Spoon into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRANBERRY-PECAN WILD RICE STUFFING
Mix dried apricots and dried cranberries into this thyme-scented stuffing with crunchy pecans.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter a 2-quart baking dish. Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Add the thyme and a pinch each of salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the rice, parsley, pecans, cranberries and apricots to the onion mixture and toss well. Season with salt and pepper. Evenly spread in the prepared baking dish and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle the top with parsley.
CRANBERRY PECAN BROWN RICE STUFFING
This stuffing also makes an excellent and flavorful side dish.
Provided by Minute Rice
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Minute® Rice
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Prepare rice according to package directions.
- In a medium microwave safe bowl, mix cranberries and orange peel with chicken stock and microwave on high for 2 minutes. Set aside. Heat a large sauce pan over high heat and add margarine.
- Stir in celery, shallot and poultry seasoning and saute 3 minutes. Stir in cranberry mixture, pecans, parsley and rice and cook over medium heat for 3 more minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 35.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
ORANGE PECAN WILD RICE (INA GARTEN B2B SIDE DISH)
This is a recipe from Ina Garten's Back to Basics 2008 cookbook. It is a warm side dish that combines rice, fruit flavors butter and ground black pepper for a flavorful accompaniment to meat or stand alone. Note: don't let it get crunchy, the rice should be tender. if you need help with toasting pecans look at How to Toast Pecans Recipe#2688 It is a combination of a cold salad she made in her store Barefoot Contessa and a warm party dish of her own recipe collection to make the best of both. Unique and fun! Enjoy! ChefDLH
Provided by ChefDLH
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the rice, chicken stock, 1 1/4 cups water, 1 tablespoon butter, and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover the pot and lower the heat to simmer ( she pulls the pan halfway off the burner) and cook for about 1 hour, until the rice is tender and the grains begin to burst open. Stir the rice occasionally while it's cooking, scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent it from sticking. Turn off the heat, and allow the rice to steam for about 5 minutes.
- Stir the remaining tablespoon of butter into the rice, then add the grapes, scallions, pecans, orange zest, orange juice, 1 teaspoon salt and the pepper and toss. Taste for seasonings and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.7, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 11.7, Sodium 76, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.9, Protein 7.2
PECAN RICE PILAF
This is one of my stand-by side dishes, which can complement most meat and meatless entrees. It is special enough for company and quick enough for weeknights.-Jacqueline Oglesby, Spruce Pine, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute pecans in 2 tablespoons butter until toasted; remove from the pan and set aside., In the same pan, saute onion in remaining butter until tender. Add rice; cook and stir until rice is lightly browned, 3-4 minutes. Stir in the broth, 2 tablespoons parsley, salt, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes., Add carrots; simmer until rice is tender, 3-5 minutes longer. Stir in toasted pecans and remaining parsley. Fluff with a fork. Freeze option: Reserving pecans for later, freeze cooled pilaf in a freezer container. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish, adding 2-3 tablespoons water to moisten, until heated through. Toast pecans; add to pilaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 623mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
PECAN RICE
Pecans sauteed with onion, parsley, basil and ginger make plain brown rice come to life with rich, nutty flavor.
Provided by Deborah Westbrook
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a saucepan bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
- When rice is done, melt margarine in a small skillet over medium heat. Saute onions, pecans, parsley, basil, ginger, pepper and salt. When onions are tender stir mixture into rice and mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
BROWN RICE AND PECAN STUFFING
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories side dish
Time 45m
Yield About 8 cups, enough for a 12-pound turkey
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toast the pecans by tossing them over medium-high heat in a heavy, dry skillet or baking them in a toaster oven until golden brown. Do not allow them to burn. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan. Add the onion and celery and saute over low heat until soft and just beginning to brown. Stir in the thyme, sage and rice. Add the pecans. Add the stock, bring to a boil and boil for two minutes. Lower heat, cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. The rice will still be a little firm, but it will continue cooking when it is stuffed into the poultry.
- Season the mixture with parsley, lemon juice and salt and pepper. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use to stuff the turkey. When stuffing, do not pack the mixture tightly because the rice will continue to expand.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 390 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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.
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.
LEMON-PECAN WILD RICE
Rice is a unique accompaniment to turkey ro any number of meaty entrees. This dish has just the right amount of lemon and nutty flavor. -Diane Kensinger, Manheim, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the broth, rice and butter to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until rice is tender. , Stir in the onions, parsley, lemon zest and juice. Stir in pecans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 486mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
WILD RICE PECAN PILAF
Make and share this Wild Rice Pecan Pilaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Rice
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium-sized sauce pan, bring 2 quarts of water to a rapid boil.
- Add the 1/2 tsp salt and the wild rice.
- Boil uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the grains begin to pop open and the rice is tender.
- Drain and set aside.
- In a 10" skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the carrot and saute for 1-2 minutes.
- Add celery, mushrooms, and pecans.
- Saute for just about 2 minutes more, stirring often.
- Add the rice and saute until thoroughly combined.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve.
- Serves 4.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.5, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 361, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 3.3
WILD RICE, CRANBERRY AND PECAN DRESSING
Make and share this Wild Rice, Cranberry and Pecan Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Rodger
Categories Rice
Time 1h45m
Yield 1 9X13 pan, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put water and sugar in medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Heat to simmer, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved.
- Add cranberries and cook just until all the cranberries are popped, about 3 minutes.
- Do not overcook; you want the cranberries to stay relatively whole.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cranberries to a medium-size bowl, leaving the cranberry syrup in the saucepan.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add onion and celery and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Add wild rice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
- Add stock, salt, thyme and pepper.
- Heat to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until rice is tender but pleasantly chewy, about 45 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Drain the wild rice of excess cooking liquid, if necessary.
- Add the wild rice mixture and the toasted pecans to the cranberries.
- Toss to mix well.
- Use as a turkey stuffing or bake separately.
- To bake separately, heat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Place in a buttered 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Bake, covered, until heated through, 30 to 40 minutes.
PECAN RICE PUDDING
Sprinkle with finely chopped pecans and serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
Provided by sal
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring rice and milk to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in maple syrup, lemon zest and pecans. Pour into serving dishes and chill until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.6 calories, Carbohydrate 59.4 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 52.8 mg, Sugar 13.8 g
WILD RICE PECAN SALAD
If you don't have leftover wild rice, you can find fully cooked wild rice in the rice section of your local grocery store.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the rice, tomatoes, cucumber, celery, pecans, onion, salt and pepper. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
CREAMY CHICKEN & CRANBERRY-PECAN WILD RICE
Recipe as published in Kraft Food & Family magazine. As these are many of our favorite flavors I thought I would post this. This is a very pretty presentation as well and would be great to serve to company.
Provided by CindiJ
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix flour, thyme and pepper; coat chicken with flour mixture. Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken to skillet, cook 5-7 minutes on each side or until cook through (165 degree).
- Stir cranberries, pecans and 1/3 cup of the onions into cooked rice; spoon onto serving platter. Remove chicken from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet. Place chicken over rice mixture; cover to keep warm.
- Add broth to skillet; stir to break up browned bits from bottom of skillet. Add cream cheese; cook 2-3 minutes or until cream cheese is melted and sauce starts to thicken, stirring constantly with wire whisk.
- Spoon some of the sauce over each chicken piece and and garnish with reserved onions.
- Serve remaining sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.3, Fat 24.1, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 106.8, Sodium 230.7, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2, Protein 28.2
WILD RICE-PECAN PATTIES
You won't need much time to prepare these elegant rice patties. The combination of wild rice, pecans and mushrooms is outstanding!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 24m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients except oil.
- Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Scoop wild rice mixture by 1/3 cupfuls into skillet; flatten to 1/2 inch. Cook about 6 minutes, turning once, until light brown. Remove patties from skillet. Cover and keep warm while cooking remaining patties.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg
WILD RICE-PECAN PATTIES WITH RED ONION CHUTNEY
Dinner ready in 40 minutes! Serve these delicious wild rice-pecan patties with red onion chutney - a crunchy meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In 2-quart saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook onion in oil about 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender. Stir in remaining chutney ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cook 20 to 25 minutes or until dried fruits are plump and mixture has thickened; remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, cook wild rice in water as directed on package, drain if necessary. In large bowl, mix cooked wild rice and remaining patty ingredients except oil.
- In 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Scoop wild rice mixture by 1/3 cupfuls into skillet; flatten to 1/2 inch. Cook about 3 minutes on each side or until light brown. Remove patties from skillet; cover and keep warm while cooking remaining patties. Serve with chutney.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 29 g, TransFat 0 g
PECAN WILD RICE SALAD
Make and share this Pecan Wild Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by loof751
Categories Rice
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl. Toss gently until well mixed.
- Cover and let stand at room temperature about 2 hours before serving.
CRANBERRY APPLE PECAN WILD RICE PILAF RECIPE - (3.6/5)
Provided by PineyCook
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Bring broth, apple juice Dijon, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, pepper, dried thyme, oregano, parsley and bay leaf to a boil in a large nonstick skillet. Add rice, cover and reduce heat to low (dial should be just above lowest LOW setting). Simmer 45-60 minutes or until rice is tender and almost all of the liquid has been absorbed, checking rice for doneness at 45 minutes. Once cooked, drain rice and leave in fine hole strainer. To the now empty pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Increase heat to medium high and add onions and apples; saute for 5-7 minutes, or until onions and apples are tender. Add garlic and saute for 30 more seconds. Return rice to skillet along with cranberries, pecans and apple cider vinegar. Toss to evenly combine. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Garnish as desired.
WILD RICE, PECAN SPICED, APPLE & SOURDOUGH BREAD STUFFING
Steps:
- Two days ahead: Trim the crust from the bread and cut the remainder into 1/2-inch dice to get 6 cups. Spread the bread on baking sheets to dry overnight. One day ahead: In a large pot, combine the wild rice, 6 cups water, and 2 tsp. salt. Bring to a boil, reduce to a low simmer, cover, and cook until tender and the kernels start to open, 50 to 55 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain if necessary, and spread out to cool on a baking sheet. In a large sauté pan, heat 2 Tbs. oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions, sauté 4 minutes; add the celery and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the herbs, pepper, and 1 Tbs. salt. Cool in a shallow dish. Meanwhile, peel, core, and dice the apples. Return the pan to the heat and add the remaining 1 Tbs. oil and 2 Tbs. butter. When the butter sizzles, add the apples and sprinkle in the sugar. Sauté until the apples begin to brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Add 2/3 cup of the cider (reserve the rest), scrape up any brown bits, and let the cider reduce for 1 min. Pour the apples and liquid into the onion mixture and let cool completely. In a large bowl, combine the rice, bread, and apple mixture. Refrigerate. On the day of serving: Bring the stuffing to room temperature. Mix the eggs, 1 cup cider, and chicken broth. Fold the liquid into the stuffing mixture and mix well. It will be fairly wet. Fold in the spiced pecans. Follow the directions for stuffing the turkey and baking the extra stuffing in a pan in the Roasted Turkey recipe.
Tips:
- To ensure perfectly cooked rice, use a 1:2 ratio of rice to water. For every cup of rice, use two cups of water. - For a nutty flavor, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden brown, about 5 minutes. This step enhances the flavor and adds a delightful crunch to the dish. - Add vegetables like chopped carrots, peas, or bell peppers to the rice for a colorful and nutritious meal. - For a richer flavor, use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water to cook the rice. The broth adds an extra layer of savory goodness. - If you're using frozen peas, add them at the end of the cooking time to retain their bright green color and crisp texture. - To achieve a fluffy texture, fluff the rice with a fork before serving. This helps separate the grains and prevents clumping.Conclusion:
Pecan rice is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. With its combination of tender rice, crunchy pecans, and savory seasonings, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, pecan rice is an excellent choice. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique version of this classic dish.
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