Ditch the boxed “San Francisco Treat!” Homemade Almond Rice Pilaf is super easy to prepare, and incredibly delicious. Toasted almonds add a beautiful crunchy texture to this dish. This savory rice recipe makes for a lovely side dish for almost any protein. Alternatively, make as a vegetarian rice pilaf by simply substituting vegetable broth for the chicken stock.
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WHAT IS RICE PILAF?
Rice Pilaf is basically white rice amped up a bit, with very little effort.
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST ALMOND RICE PILAF
For the fluffiest and tastiest homemade rice pilaf, be sure to follow these tips:
- be sure the stock mixture is HOT prior to adding to the orzo/rice
- adjust the seasonings to your liking
- toast the orzo to brown, do NOT burn
- use a medium- or long-grain rice
- RINSE the rice
- broken spaghetti can be a great alternative to orzo
- toast the almonds, do NOT burn
- taste for salt
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
As mentioned earlier, this lovely Almond Rice Pilaf recipe is a perfect accompaniment to any protein. This rice dish was amazing paired with Dover Sole Meunière. Additionally, enjoy this nutty rice recipe with any of the following:
LEFTOVER ALMOND RICE PILAF
Leftovers are amazing, and can be enjoyed for up to three or four days, stored in the fridge.
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ALMOND RICE PILAF
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
Description
Ditch the boxed “San Francisco Treat!” Homemade Almond Rice Pilaf is super easy to prepare, and incredibly delicious. Toasted almonds add a beautiful crunchy texture to this dish. This side dish was prepared to accompany my lovely Dover Sole Meunière. This savory rice recipe makes for a lovely side dish for almost any protein. Alternatively, make as a vegetarian rice pilaf by simply substituting vegetable broth for the chicken stock.
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups chicken stock or broth
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup medium-grain rice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds or sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat up the chicken broth, butter, kosher salt, black pepper and paprika.
- Rinse the rise until the water runs clear. Reserve.
- In a separate pan, add the olive oil and orzo. Toast the orzo until it’s browned.
- Add in the minced garlic and shallot. Allow to cook for just a minute.
- Add in the rice. Season with a touch more kosher salt.
- Pour in the hot stock. Mix.
- Cover and allow the mixture to simmer on low for about 15 to 20 minutes.
- As the rice is simmering, toast the almonds in a pan.
- Once the rice is finished, fluff with a fork.
- Add in the toasted almonds and fresh parsley.
- Mix.
- Serve and ENJOY!
Notes
SEE POST FOR NOTES!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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