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Basmati Rice Pilaf

Basmati Rice Pilaf

Cost $4.5, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 30 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $4.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Liquid

    • 1 ½ cups chicken stock

  • Oil

    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 ¼ cup finely diced onion

  • Herbs & Spices

    • 1 bay leaf
    • 🧂 Salt to taste

  • Grains

    • 1 cup uncooked basmati rice

  • Dairy

    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

STEPS

1

Heat chicken stock in a saucepan until boiling; keep hot until ready to use.

2

Heat vegetable oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and bay leaf in the hot oil until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.

3

Stir basmati rice into onion mixture until rice is coated with oil.

4

Pour hot chicken stock into the rice mixture. Season with salt; stir.

5

Bring rice mixture to a boil; cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Continue simmering until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

6

Remove saucepan from heat and discard bay leaf. Add butter and fluff the rice with a fork.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

244

Calories

  • 4
    Protein
  • 40
    Carbs
  • 7
    Fats

💡 Use a high-quality basmati rice for better texture and flavor.Adjust salt according to your taste or dietary needs.This dish pairs well with grilled meats or vegetables.Consider using vegetable stock to make the dish vegetarian-friendly.