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How to Make Fluffy Homemade Rice Pilaf: Easy, Flavorful & Perfect Every Time

A simple, aromatic, and delicious homemade rice pilaf recipe made with sautéed vegetables, long-grain rice, and flavorful broth. Fluffy, fragrant, and the perfect side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain rice basmati or jasmine
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 carrot diced
  • 1 stalk celery diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent stickiness.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and thyme and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir the rinsed rice into the sautéed vegetables and cook for 2 minutes to lightly toast and enhance flavor.
  4. Pour in the broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.
  5. Simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Do not remove the lid during cooking to ensure even steaming.
  6. Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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