ZUCCHINI PILAF!

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This Recipe came from "The Frugal Gourmet's" PBS Series a long time ago. We love rice and we love zucchini. This is a delicious combo.

Provided by Ingrid Parker

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium zucchini, sliced (1/4-inch)
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup long grain rice
2 tbsp. butter
1-1/2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup white wine (or chicken stock with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice)
1/2 tsp kosher salt or 1/4 tsp. regular iodized salt)
grated parmesan for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Sauté zucchini and garlic in olive oil until just wilted. Remove from skillet
  • 2. Add butter to pan and sauté rice until it starts to turn golden brown.
  • 3. Place rice into a saucepan. Add broth, wine and salt and bring to a boil. Place zucchini on top BUT DO NOT STIR!
  • 4. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is done, about 20 minutes. Serve sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan. NOTE: Please don't use the stuff in The Green Can. :-)

Champa Akter
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This was a great way to use up some zucchini from my garden. It was easy to make and the flavor was delicious.


doda channl
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Overall, this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the flavor was good. I would definitely make it again.


Cabaaz Cumar
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This pilaf was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with some more spices or herbs.


Binod Bhandari
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but this pilaf was actually really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the zucchini was cooked perfectly.


Funke Omotosho
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This was a great recipe to use up some leftover zucchini. It was easy to make and the flavor was great.


Kishan Sah
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Not bad, but not great. I think I would have liked it better with some more vegetables.


Bella Garcia
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Easy and delicious!


R'Jheno Marti
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This pilaf was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavor and the zucchini added a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Safdar Veer
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I thought this pilaf was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked it better with some more spices.


Aaron Standifur
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This was a great way to use up some zucchini from my garden. The pilaf was flavorful and the zucchini added a nice texture. I would definitely make this again.


Jahanzaib Akhtar
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I loved the simplicity of this dish. It was quick and easy to make, and the ingredients were all things I had on hand. The pilaf was flavorful and satisfying, and I would definitely recommend it to others.


Gata Shahi
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This zucchini pilaf was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. The flavors of the zucchini, tomatoes, and herbs blended perfectly, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!