Versatile Pilafs
Rice pilafs are a method of cooking rice that requires sauteeing of raw grains to add a nutty toasted flavor. Any combination of herbs vegetables nuts and seeds and meats can be used with the rice. Always use a wooden spoon to stir rice to avoid breaking the grains.
Cooking Instructions:
- 2 cup Lundberg® Long Grain Brown Rice
- 2 tsp oil or margarine
- 4 cup broth or water
- 1/2 cup any nutmeats or sesame seeds
- 1 package frozen vegetables or
2 cup fresh chopped herbs
- salt and pepper as desired
Heat a heavy skillet on medium heat. Add oil and stir with wooden spoon. Add rice and continue stirring for 5 min or until grains are toasted. Add broth or water cover tightly and cook for 45 min. Stir in vegetables nuts etc. and continue cooking for 5 min. Serve. Makes 6 servings.