Brown Rice Pilaf

Brown Rice Pilaf
65min6servingsEasyMain dishes

Brown rice toasted in butter and steamed until fluffy, separate and slightly nutty. A gluten-free side for meat, chicken and vegetable dishes.

Gluten freeBudget friendly

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the brown rice in a sieve until the water runs clear and drain well. Bring the measured water to a boil in a separate pot.

  2. 2

    Melt the butter with the sunflower oil in a pot, add the rice and toast over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until the grains turn glossy.

  3. 3

    Add the boiling water and salt. Once it boils, cover and cook on the lowest heat for 40-45 minutes until all the water is absorbed.

  4. 4

    Remove from the heat, place a clean towel under the lid and let steam for 10-15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories330 kcal
Protein5 g
Carbs55 g
Fat10 g

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Brown Rice Pilaf
65min6servingsEasyMain dishes

Brown rice toasted in butter and steamed until fluffy, separate and slightly nutty. A gluten-free side for meat, chicken and vegetable dishes.

Gluten freeBudget friendly
Time65 min
Servings6 servings
DifficultyEasy
CategoryMain dishes
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