Orzo Rice Pilaf with Garlic and Herbs
This easy Orzo Rice Pilaf recipe is a perfect blend of tender orzo and aromatic basmati rice infused with garlic and onions and finally garnished with fresh herbs to create a simple but elegant side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta dried
- 1 cup Basmati Rice
- 2 ¾ cups Chicken Broth
- ½ Yellow Onion (finely diced)
- 2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt to Taste
- Fresh Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- First, add the butter, olive oil, and orzo in a medium skillet with a lid and heat over medium-low heat.
- Stir frequently for three to five minutes until the orzo smells nutty and starts to turn golden brown.
- Next, add the chopped onion to the toasted orzo and cook for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent and begin to soften. Then, add the chopped garlic and stir frequently for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Then, add the rice and chicken broth and turn the heat up until it comes to a simmer. Turn the heat down to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the orzo rice cook covered for 20-25 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat after 20-25 minutes and set the orzo rice aside to cool (while still covered) for 5 minutes. Take the lid off of the pan and fluff with a fork. Add salt to taste and garnish the cooked rice with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcalCarbohydrates: 28.2gProtein: 4.9gFat: 22.5gSaturated Fat: 8.2gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 186156mgPotassium: 156mgFiber: 1.3gSugar: 1.3gCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
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