Armenian Rice Pilaf Recipe

A beloved Armenian rice pilaf recipe passed down for generations! This incredibly easy recipe yields a perfect, fluffy pilaf every time. Experience the true taste of Armenian cuisine with this simple yet elegant dish, ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 165.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.7 (10 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Armenian Rice Pilaf

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup vermicelli pasta
  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
  • 2 ½ cups hot chicken broth

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How to Make Armenian Rice Pilaf

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat until it becomes frothy.
  2. Add 1 cup of vermicelli pasta and sauté until golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Add 1 ½ cups of long-grain white rice and stir to coat with the butter and vermicelli.
  4. Pour in 2 ½ cups of hot chicken broth, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and cook for 17 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

25g

Carbs

6g

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