Best Oriental Garden Pilaf Recipes

ORIENTAL RICE PILAF

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This is not fried rice, but rather a spin on it. Goes well as a side with many dishes. Don't skip toasting the sesame seeds. It's fun to watch them pop, too.

Provided by gailanng

Categories Rice

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 3/4 cups beef broth
1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce
1 pinch salt
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onion
1/3 cup diced red pepper
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

Cook onion and garlic in oil in 2- to 3-quart saucepan over medium heat until onion is tender.
Add broth, rice, soy sauce and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Cover and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Stir green onions, red pepper and sesame seeds into cooked rice; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

ASIAN RICE PILAF

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We love this Asian rice recipe that's loaded with veggies and a hint of gingery freshness. It's so versatile, and even the picky eaters in our family love it! -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, IL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sliced carrot
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cups hot water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2-1/2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces), thawed

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute carrot, celery and onion until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in rice until coated., Stir in water, soy sauce, sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes., Gently stir in peas. Cover and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HERBED RICE PILAF

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This savory side dish has been a family favorite for years. Our 12-year-old daughter, Jennifer, is an expert with this recipe, which is a great help for a busy working mom like me. We sure enjoy this rice dish in the summer with a grilled entree. -Jeri Dobrowski, Beach, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 cup chopped celery
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2-1/2 cups water
1 package (2 to 2-1/2 ounces) chicken noodle soup mix
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley
1 tablespoon chopped pimientos, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the rice, celery and onion in butter, stirring constantly, until rice is browned. Stir in the next 5 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley; stir in pimientos if desired. , Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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