Ingredients for Authentic Rice Pilaf
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup vermicelli pasta
- 1 cup long-grain rice (such as basmati)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- Garlic powder (not specified in recipe)
- Dried parsley (not specified in recipe)
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How to Make Authentic Rice Pilaf
- Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1/2 cup of vermicelli pasta, broken into smaller pieces, and sauté until golden brown, stirring frequently (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add 1 cup of long-grain rice (such as basmati), stirring to combine with the vermicelli and butter.
- Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of water. Stir well to distribute the liquid evenly.
- Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the saucepan tightly with a lid, and simmer for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Serve hot and enjoy!
- **Do not lift the lid during cooking!** This is crucial for perfectly fluffy rice.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
24 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
50g
Carbs
12g