Description
Homemade rice pilaf is a delightful, aromatic dish that transforms any meal into a comforting feast. With its fluffy basmati rice, infused with savory spices and enriched by buttery onions and garlic, this recipe is sure to win over your family and friends. Versatile enough to complement various main courses or stand alone as a satisfying dish, this rice pilaf is not just easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Enjoy the cozy warmth of home-cooked goodness with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and bay leaf; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed basmati rice, stirring to coat each grain in butter. Toast for about 2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Pour in the broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice absorbs the liquid and is tender.
- Remove from heat; let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and garnishing with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg