SAFFRON RICE AND RED PEPPER PILAF

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Categories     Pepper     Rice     Side     Sauté     Bell Pepper     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups chopped red bell peppers
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups basmati rice or other long-grain white rice
3 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon (generous) crushed saffron threads
6 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Parmesan cheese shavings

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add peppers and onion. Sauté until soft, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Add rice; stir 1 minute. Mix in 3 cups broth, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and saffron. Bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in 6 tablespoons grated cheese. Season with salt and pepper. (Pilaf can be made 30 minutes ahead. Keep covered. Rewarm over low heat, adding more broth by tablespoonfuls to moisten if necessary.) Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons chives into pilaf. Mound in serving bowl. Top with cheese shavings and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons chives.

Carmen Bartlett
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I would give this recipe a 10/10! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible.


Shasha Brighton
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect.


Jamie Wacholz
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I was a bit skeptical about the red pepper, but it really added a nice touch. The saffron gave the rice a beautiful golden color.


Abdullah Abass
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Delicious! I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Maxwell Chidera
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This dish was easy to make and turned out amazing. I used basmati rice, and it cooked perfectly. The saffron and red pepper gave it a beautiful color and flavor.


S Ss
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I've tried many saffron rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The addition of red pepper gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Michael Etta
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This saffron rice and red pepper pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.