Rice pilaf is a classic dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is made with rice, broth, and spices, and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer a simple pilaf with just a few ingredients or a more complex dish with many different flavors, there is a recipe out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for tasty spicy rice pilaf, so you can find the perfect one to make for your next meal.
Let's cook with our recipes!
SPICED RICE PILAF
Fragrant with spices of the Middle East. This would go great with not only Middle Eastern food, but Indian food as well. You can find rose water (an optional ingredient) in Indian/Pakistani grocers, as well as some pharmacies.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In large saucepan, cook onion in olive oil until tender. Stir in rice and spices. Cook, stirring constantly, until rice begins to turn golden.
- Pour in broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift lid while cooking.
- Remove from heat and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes undisturbed.
- Then add the chopped spinach, raisins, and almonds, stirring, and fluffing with a fork. Sprinkle with rose water, and fluff a little bit more, if desired.
SPICY RICE PILAF
I found this recipe back in the 1950's and have made some minor adjustments over the years to update the flavor. In summer, I like to serve the pilaf over slices of red tomatoes. -Cynthia Gobeli, Norton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, saute onion in oil until tender. Add broth and lentils; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20-25 minutes longer or until lentils and rice are tender.
Nutrition Facts :
SPICED RICE PILAF
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Thinly slice 2 scallions. Cook the scallion whites in butter in a saucepan with 6 cardamom pods, 2 fresh bay leaves, 2 star anise pods and 1 cinnamon stick until soft, 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup basmati rice, then add 1 1/2 cups water and 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until tender, about 17 minutes. Set aside, covered, 10 minutes. Top with the scallion greens and some chopped dill.
TASTY SPICY RICE PILAF
This recipe makes a delicious side dish. Goes good with meats and veggies. It's a tasty rice with a little bit of spice! I LOVE garlic, so if you don't like it as much as I do, then just add 2 cloves instead of 6.
Provided by Luv2Cook
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, red pepper, mushrooms, and garlic until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in rice. Add chicken stock; cover and boil until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.8 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 937.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
RAINBOW RICE PILAF
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large deep-sided skillet with a lid over medium-high heat. Add the onions, celery and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are just beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and orzo and cook, stirring constantly, until the orzo begins to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer and then lower heat and cook, covered, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for about 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer to a serving dish. Top with the cranberries, almonds and parsley. Serve warm.
SPICED RICE PUDDING RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: rice, milk, sugar, salt, egg, nutmeg, ground cinnamon
Provided by Rie McClenny
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium sauce pot, combine the rice, 2 cups (470 ml) of milk, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Cook for 15 minutes, or until thick and creamy.
- In a small bowl, combine remaining milk and the egg. Whisk well.
- Add the egg mixture to the pot of rice. Stir well and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add the nutmeg and cinnamon, and mix well.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 17 grams
SPICED RICE PILAF
Provided by Chitra Joshi
Categories Rice Side Low Sodium Low/No Sugar Wheat/Gluten-Free Summer Cinnamon Clove Bon Appétit Texas Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add cinnamon and cloves and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add onion and cook until beginning to brown, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add rice and stir to coat with onion mixture. Mix in water and bring to boil. Cover pan, reduce heat to low and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Fluff pilaf with fork. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl.
EASY RICE PILAF
Onion soup mix and frozen peas really "rev up" your rice in this recipe. This side dish is a nice alternative to potatoes and complements turkey or any main course.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown rice in oil, stirring constantly. Blend in soup mix and pepper. Stir in water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender. Stir in peas. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
MEXICAN RICE PILAF
Make and share this Mexican Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Graybert
Categories Rice
Time 37m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
- Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
- Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.
- Stir in bell pepper.
- Cover.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
- Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.1, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 50.3, Sodium 337.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8, Protein 16.3
ONE-PAN SPICY PRAWNS AND RICE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: onion, garlic, red chili, red pepper, chorizo, turmeric, salt, pepper, long grain rice, water, pea, prawn
Provided by Ellie Holland
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fry the onions, garlic, chilli, and red pepper with a little olive oil.
- Add the chorizo after a minute.
- Stir in the turmeric, salt, pepper, and long grain rice.
- Pour in the water and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the peas and prawns until prawns are pink and no longer translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 414 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 6 grams
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the pilaf will be. - Rinse the rice before cooking. This will help remove any starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky. - Sauté the rice in butter or oil before adding the liquid. This will help toast the rice and give it a nutty flavor. - Use a good quality broth. The broth is a key flavor component in pilaf, so make sure to use a broth that you enjoy the taste of. - Add vegetables, fruits, nuts, or meat to your pilaf. This will add flavor and texture to the dish. - Let the pilaf rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the rice to absorb the liquid. ###Conclusion:
Pilaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pilaf a try. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love