KRITHARAKI ME RIZE (GREEK ORZO AND RICE PILAF)

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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

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