CAROLINA PILAU (PERLOO)

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In the Carolinas rice often means pilau (pronounced perloo), a combination of meat, vegetables, or seafood and rice that can serve as an accompaniment to other dishes or stand alone as a staple.

Provided by tranch

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces bacon, chopped
2 cups long-grain rice
4 cups chicken broth, boiling
1 whole chicken, cut up (3 1/2 lbs)
4 stalks celery, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 carrot, cut in 1 inch pieces
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over very low heat, just until it reaches the crisp stage. Remove from pan, crumble and set aside. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat, then add the rice and stir, cooking slowly until rice is lightly browned.
  • Add the boiling stock, stir, and bring back to the boil.
  • Add chicken, vegetables, bay leaf, salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes, or until rice, chicken and vegetables are done and liquid is absorbed.
  • Serving Ideas : Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.6, Fat 30, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 92.1, Sodium 665.7, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.9, Protein 25.9

Mymoena Isaacs
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seeds instead of almonds in this recipe. It was a great substitute.


Phi Rivers
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I'm not a big fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from this recipe. It was still delicious!


Brook Buckholtz
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I added some chopped cilantro to this recipe and it really brightened up the flavors.


Johnnae Davis
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used tofu instead of chicken in this recipe. It turned out great!


Victory Utazi
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This Carolina Pilau is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.


Taika Japheth
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need to make it on hand.


sweatclan99 kid
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This is the perfect recipe for a busy weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


SOLO DOLO SHOW
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I made this Carolina Pilau for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Dani Sartori
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but this Carolina Pilau was just the right amount of spicy. It had a nice kick without being overpowering.


SOJUN ROY
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This recipe is a fail-proof way to make a delicious and flavorful Carolina Pilau.


Emilee Charlie
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I highly recommend this Carolina Pilau recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that everyone will love.


WORK SIMPLY
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This is the best Carolina Pilau I've ever had. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were incredible.


Sadam Kham
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Jorge Torres
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This Carolina Pilau is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Victor Jani
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I was a little skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite rice dishes. The flavors are amazing.


Taha Ozer Official
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the vegetables are perfectly cooked, and the rice is fluffy and flavorful.


Chibueze Chidera
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I've made this Carolina Pilau several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it. It's the perfect dish to serve at a potluck or gathering.


BN GAMING
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and doesn't require a lot of ingredients. I especially love that I can use frozen chicken and vegetables.


Xavier Lewis
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I'm not a huge fan of rice dishes, but this Carolina Pilau was a game-changer. The addition of the chicken and vegetables made it so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making this again.


Amrit Ramtel
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This Carolina Pilau recipe is an absolute winner! I've tried it twice now, and both times it turned out perfectly. The flavors are so well-balanced and delicious. My whole family loved it.