Rice pilaf is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with rice, vegetables, and spices, and can be served as a main course or a side dish. This recipe for rice pilaf with carrot and green peas is easy to follow and results in a delicious and satisfying dish. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth, and the carrots and green peas add a pop of color and sweetness. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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RICE PILAF WITH CARROTS AND PEAS
This Easy Rice Pilaf with Carrots and Peas is a staple recipe everyone should learn! It goes great with so many dishes and is so easy to make!
Provided by Malinda Linnebur
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add butter, onion, and carrot. Cook stirring frequently until slightly softened (about 3-5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in rice and cook stirring frequently until edges become slightly translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover with a tight fitting lid. Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes without lifting the lid, then fluff with a fork and add the peas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 78 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
AWESOME RICE PILAF
Rice combined with a medley of vegetables and spices. A great side dish with chicken and pork. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day.
Provided by tooshay
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir carrots, celery, red bell pepper, onion, and garlic until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Gently stir rice, corn, and peas into vegetables to combine. Pour chicken broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce into rice mixture. Season with lemon pepper, parsley, thyme, saffron, salt, and black pepper, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let pilaf stand covered until grains are separate, 10 to 15 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.2 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 379.5 mg, Sugar 3 g
SPICED CARROT, CHICKPEA & ALMOND PILAF
A one-pot rice dish with North African flavours that works equally well as a side or main
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a lidded casserole dish. Add the onions and cook for 8 mins, until soft. Tip in the carrots, harissa and rice and stir for a couple of mins. Pour over the stock, bring to the boil, then cover with the lid and simmer for 10 mins.
- Fork through the chickpeas and cook gently for 3-5 mins more, until the grains of rice are tender and all the liquid has been absorbed. Season, turn off the heat, cover and leave to sit for a few mins.
- Sprinkle the almonds over the rice mixture and serve with a dollop of yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 83 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
RICE PILAF WITH CARROTS AND PARSLEY
Carrots and leeks make a sweet combination, but you can also use regular onion in this pilaf. To get 1/2 cup of finely chopped parsley, begin with 2 cups leaves picked from the stems.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories side dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the rice in a bowl in the sink and rinse several times with water, or soak for 30 minutes, to wash away some of the starch. Drain through a strainer.
- Heat the water or stock to a bare simmer in a saucepan or in a Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a wide, heavy skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the carrots, onion or leek, and salt to taste. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 3 minutes, and add the rice. Cook, stirring, until the grains of rice are separate and beginning to crackle. Add the hot water or stock and salt to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes, until all of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Uncover the rice and place a clean towel over the top of the pan (it should not be touching the rice). Replace the lid and allow the rice to sit for 10 minutes, undisturbed. Add the parsley and gently fluff the rice, then pile the pilaf onto a platter or into a wide bowl and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 436 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
TURMERIC RICE WITH PEAS AND CARROTS
A great supporting dish to chicken! I served the rice with chicken tikka, but it goes well with many chicken dishes, or whatever meat you find fit.
Provided by Nevine A. Abaza
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Peas
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until golden, about 5 minutes. Add water, turmeric, and bouillon cube; stir well to combine. Add peas and carrots. Bring to a boil; stir in rice. Reduce heat and cook, covered, until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 222.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
BROWN RICE AND CARROT PILAF
Use this as a side dish to a meal. It is a bit different than ordinary vegetables. This can also be a vegetarian meal.
Provided by Tebo3759
Categories Brown Rice
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a 2 quart pan at med-high heat.
- Add onion and carrot and cook about 5 minutes.
- Stir in rice and cook until rice browns slightly.
- Add stock and seasonings.
- Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 45 minutes.
- Stir in parsley and sprouts just before serving.
BASMATI RICE PILAF WITH CAULIFLOWER, CARROTS AND PEAS
Inspired by a Turkish pilaf recipe by Clifford A. Wright, cardamom, allspice and cinnamon make this pilaf incredibly aromatic. The authentic version calls for lots of butter and uses long grain rice. I used a combination of (less) butter and olive oil, and made the pilaf with basmati rice, as that is what I had in my pantry. I needed less than the 2 cups of rice that Mr. Wright calls for in his recipe, as basmati expands more than regular white rice. I also added a small amount of whole grain in the form of cooked wild rice, to get a nice mix of colors, textures and nutrients.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, vegetables, side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Soak basmati rice in water to cover for 30 minutes (prepare the other ingredients during this time). Drain.
- In a large, heavy saucepan melt butter over medium high heat and add rice. Cook, stirring, until grains are coated with butter, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 2 cups water and salt to taste (I use about 3/4 teaspoon). Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, until water is absorbed. Do not lift lid or stir rice during this time. Remove from heat, remove lid and place a dish towel over the pan. Return lid and let sit undisturbed for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil over medium heat in a heavy skillet or a wide saucepan and add shallots or onion. Cook, stirring often, until translucent, 3 to 4 minutes for shallots, 4 to 5 minutes for onion. Add carrots, cauliflower, dill or parsley, cardamom, allspice, cinnamon, sugar, currants or raisins, and salt and pepper to taste, and stir together. Add remaining 3/4 cup water and bring to a simmer. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add peas, turn up heat and cook another 5 minutes, or until vegetables are tender and fragrant, and most of the water has evaporated. If there is more than a tablespoon of water in the pan, drain.
- Transfer rice to a large bowl or a large buttered or oiled baking dish. Stir toasted pine nuts and the vegetable and spice mixture into the rice. Add wild rice and toss together. Taste and adjust seasoning. If not serving right away, cover baking dish with foil. Reheat in a 325-degree oven for about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 641 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CARROT BROWN RICE PILAF
This versatile, colorful dish complements a variety of meats or other vegetarian entrees. To give this dish a crunchy texture and additional flavor and protein, stir in 2 cups of bean sprouts just before serving. -Paulette Cross, Lowville, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrots in butter until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned., Stir in the stock, parsley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
MUSHROOMS & PEAS RICE PILAF
Anything can be in a rice pilaf. Adding peas and baby portobello mushrooms gives it a springlike burst of color and a variety of textures. -Stacy Mullens, Gresham, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prepare pilaf according to package directions., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add peas and mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use high-quality rice: Long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine rice, works best for pilaf. It cooks up fluffy and separate, and has a slightly nutty flavor.
- Rinse the rice before cooking: This removes the starch from the surface of the rice, which prevents it from becoming sticky.
- Use a good ratio of rice to liquid: The general rule is 1 cup of rice to 1 3/4 cups of liquid. However, you may need to adjust this ratio depending on the type of rice you are using.
- Sauté the rice in butter or oil before adding the liquid: This helps to toast the rice and give it a nutty flavor.
- Add aromatics and spices to the pilaf: Common additions include onion, garlic, cumin, and turmeric. You can also add other vegetables, such as carrots, peas, or bell peppers.
- Cook the pilaf over low heat: This helps to prevent the rice from burning and ensures that it cooks evenly.
- Let the pilaf rest before serving: This allows the rice to absorb any remaining liquid and fluff up.
Conclusion:
Rice pilaf is a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can be easily customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect rice pilaf every time.
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