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Pierre Franey's Riz Creole Recipe

Master the art of perfectly fluffy Creole rice with this classic recipe from the legendary Pierre Franey! Unlike traditional jambalaya methods, this recipe cooks the rice separately, resulting in a lighter, more flavorful side dish. This technique requires a heavy-bottomed saucepan to ensure even cooking and prevent scorching. Impress your guests with this elegant and surprisingly simple side, perfect for pairing with your favorite Creole or Cajun dishes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 194.6 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Pierre Franey's Riz Creole

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Ingredients for Pierre Franey's Riz Creole

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How to Make Pierre Franey's Riz Creole

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  2. Add 1 cup of long-grain white rice to the boiling water. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-high and cook uncovered, allowing the water to boil vigorously for exactly 17 minutes. Do not stir.
  3. Once the 17 minutes have passed, immediately drain the rice in a fine-mesh colander.
  4. Rinse the rice under very hot running water for about 30 seconds to remove excess starch. Drain thoroughly.
  5. Return the drained rice to the saucepan. Add 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
  6. Gently toss the rice with a fork until the grains are evenly coated with butter and lemon juice. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

9g

Carbs

12g

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Lunch Sweets & Sides Side Dishes European French The Americas American Cajun & Creole Southern Caribbean Vegetarian Gluten Free 30 Minutes Or Less

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Side Dishes Rice American Southern United States Easy Low Fat Creole Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low In Something Pasta Rice And Grains Long Grain Rice