Turkish pilaf rice
Turkish pilaf rice, also known as pilav or pilaf, is a popular dish made from rice that is cooked in broth or stock with various ingredients such as vegetables, meat, nuts, and spices. It is a flavorful and comforting dish that is often served as a side dish or as a main course in Turkish cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1/4 cup vermicelli noodles broken into small pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and vermicelli noodles, and sauté until the onion is translucent and the noodles are golden brown.
- Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat with the butter and onions.
- Pour in the broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes to allow the rice to steam.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley, pine nuts, or raisins if desired.
- Serve the Turkish Pilaf Rice hot as a delicious side dish or main course.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 244kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 53g (18%)Protein: 5g (10%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 0.3g (2%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 3mg (1%)Sodium: 420mg (18%)Potassium: 126mg (4%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 35mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
