VEGTABLE PILAF

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A simple flavorful rice pilaf you may top with toasted pine nuts or almonds. a great side to any meal

Provided by Spice Is Nice

Categories     Lebanese

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup rice
1/2 red pepper, diced
1 small onion, chopped
1 diced carrot
1 crushed garlic clove
1/2 cup peas
2 teaspoons oil
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (to garnish)
2 cups water or 2 cups broth
1 pinch pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon butter (optional)

Steps:

  • in a pot add oil, on med/low heat saute onions,carrots,peppers,peas. until onions have become slightly golden and vegetables are cooked. add garlic , ginger,bay leaf,pepper,and turmeric. saute for 5min on low heat. add salt and broth. Cover and bring to a boil.
  • once it boils add the rice wait for it to come up to another boil. reduce heat, cover and allow to cook on low for 15-20Min's or until the fluid is gone and rice is fluffy.
  • add butter and fluff with fork, serve with any side.

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