Best Garlic Herb Orzo And Rice Pliaf Recipes

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ORZO PILAF WITH MUSHROOMS



Orzo Pilaf with Mushrooms image

Just a few ingredients produce fantastic flavors for an easy meal any hectic night. Served with Spicy Tomato Pork Chops, a complete dinner is on the table in 30 minutes. -Renee Zimmer, Gig Harbor, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Add the broth, orzo, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-14 minutes or until pasta is tender. Stir in parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

HERBED ORZO PILAF (CROWD SIZE)



Herbed Orzo Pilaf (Crowd Size) image

Want your salad to stand out among a sea of potluck dishes? Proudly present this pilaf.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) rosamarina (orzo) pasta
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups sliced mushrooms (4 ounces)
8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cups sliced roma (plum) tomatoes
1/4 cup shredded fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook nuts over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until toasted. Remove from skillet.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of the oil and the garlic to skillet. Cook and stir over medium-high heat 1 minute. Stir in mushrooms and onions. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes, pasta, basil, salt and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Spoon into serving dish; sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg

ORZO AND RICE PILAF WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



Orzo and Rice Pilaf with Garlic and Herbs image

Garlic and fresh herbs flavor this orzo/rice combination pilaf. Vegetable broth may be used for chicken broth. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil
6 clove garlic, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 c orzo pasta, uncooked
1/2 c long grain rice, uncooked
1 can(s) (14.5 oz) reduced sodium chicken broth
1/3 c water
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 c fresh basil, chopped
1/4 c italian parsley, minced
1/4 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
  • 2. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
  • 3. Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
  • 4. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
  • 5. Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.

HERBED ORZO PILAF



Herbed Orzo Pilaf image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 1 chopped onion and 1 thyme sprig in butter over medium heat until golden; season with salt. Increase the heat to medium high; add 1 cup orzo and toast 2 minutes. Add 2 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and cook until the orzo is tender, 15 minutes. Stir in some chopped dill. Top with sour cream and paprika.

SARAH'S RICE PILAF



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This is a delicious twist to traditional rice.

Provided by sarahbillings

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup orzo pasta
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup uncooked white rice
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a lidded skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir orzo pasta until golden brown. Stir in onion and cook until onion becomes translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Mix in the rice and chicken broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 17.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 524.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

KRITHARAKI ME RIZE (GREEK ORZO AND RICE PILAF)



Kritharaki Me Rize (Greek Orzo and Rice Pilaf) image

This pilaf is served with almost every meal, especially stewed dishes. Orzo is a pasta made in the shape of rice.

Provided by luvcookn

Categories     Greek

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup orzo
3 tablespoons butter
2/3 cup rice, rinsed and drained
3 cups vegetable stock or 3 cups water
grated kefalotiri cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Saute orzo in butter in a medium saucepan, until lightly brown.
  • Add rice, stir to coat with the butter. Add stock.
  • Bring to boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 25 minutes.
  • Serve on a platter with grated kefalotiri cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.7, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 155.2, Carbohydrate 83, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 10

ORZO AND RICE PILAF WITH VEGETABLES



Orzo and Rice Pilaf with Vegetables image

Categories     Onion     Pasta     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Almond     Celery     Carrot     Zucchini     Spring     Parsley     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2/3 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice (3/4 cup)
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice (2/3 cup)
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth (14 fl oz)
1 cup water
1 small zucchini or yellow squash, cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 1/4 cups)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté orzo, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 1 minute. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, salt, and pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onion is lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add rice and sauté, stirring, until coated with oil and butter.
  • Add broth and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and quickly stir in zucchini, then let stand, covered, 5 minutes. (Zucchini will steam.) Stir in parsley and serve sprinkled with almonds.

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