GREEN RICE PILAF

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This verdant side gets its color from a mix of parsley, cilantro, chives and mint. Chicken stock adds depth, and a bit of lemon and soy sauce brighten the flavors at the end. It goes well with just about anything, but you might pair it with your next chicken or fish dish for a rewarding weeknight dinner.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons neutral oil (like grapeseed or corn)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups rice, preferably basmati
2 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken stock or water, or more as needed
Salt
black pepper
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
3/4 cup chopped fresh chives
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Zest of 1 lemon
Soy sauce for serving

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a deep skillet or large saucepan over medium-high heat. When it's hot, add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the rice and cook, stirring, until glossy, about 1 minute. Add the stock or water and a good sprinkling of salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Turn the heat down to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is almost entirely absorbed, about 15 minutes. Uncover, remove from the heat and stir in the herbs. Replace the lid and let rest off the heat for at least 10 minutes or up to 20 minutes. Uncover and stir in the lemon zest; taste and adjust the seasoning. Fluff the pilaf with a fork, and serve warm or at room temperature with a drizzle of soy sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 264, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 361 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Mahir Khan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Rajip Rai
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This green rice pilaf is a great way to add some color and flavor to your meals. It's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.


Shakeel Ali
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I'm always looking for new and healthy side dishes, and this green rice pilaf fits the bill perfectly. It's delicious, healthy, and easy to make.


wosdom eyong
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This green rice pilaf is a great healthy side dish. It's low in calories and fat, and it's packed with nutrients.


Scott Wiggins
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you like, or you can even use different types of rice.


Ifeanyichukwu Chukwu
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this recipe without any problems.


Wawie Bueza
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I made this green rice pilaf for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


RILEY Gaming YT
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This green rice pilaf is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the bright green color and the flavor was mild enough that they didn't even notice they were eating spinach.


Jirah Leo Sale
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I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes to this recipe and it was amazing! It gave the rice a really nice sweet and tangy flavor.


Nakem Kelson
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice and it worked perfectly in this recipe.


Md roni Pondit
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I've made this green rice pilaf several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


ROJIN KATUWAL
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This green rice pilaf is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the green onions and parsley added a nice pop of color and flavor.