One-Pot Rice Pilaf: Your New Go-To Side for Chicken, Beef & Fish!

Looking for the perfect side dish that effortlessly complements any meal? This easy rice pilaf recipe is your answer! In this video, we'll show you how to make a subtle yet flavorful rice pilaf that pairs beautifully with everything from hearty beef and tender chicken to delicate seafood. It's designed to enhance your main course without ever overpowering it.

Our simple recipe uses a blend of aromatic vegetables like Spanish onion, carrots, and red bell pepper, toasted long-grain rice, and a savory chicken broth base. We'll add classic seasonings like Old Bay (with tips for Cajun or Creole seasoning alternatives!), a hint of dried basil and bay leaves for depth, and a touch of lemon juice for brightness. Plus, an optional coconut cream addition can bring a subtle tropical twist!

This quick and easy rice pilaf is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile, making it an ideal everyday side dish or a fantastic addition to your holiday dinner table. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this simple yet elegant recipe!

INGREDIENTS
• 2 cups Long grain Rice or wild rice (rinsed and washed)
• 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Spanish Onion (Finely Chopped)
• 1 tbsp Cooking Oil (Grapeseed Oil or avocado oil)
• 1 cup Carrot (Finely Diced)
• ½ cup Red Pepper (Finely Diced)
• 1 tsp Old Bay, Creole, or Cajun Seasoning
• ¼ tsp Dried Basil
• 2 Bay Leaves
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 3 cups Chicken Broth
• Salt & Pepper (to taste)
• 1 tbsp Coconut Cream (optional)
• 1 tbsp Parsley (chopped)

INSTRUCTIONS
• In a pot over medium-high heat, melt avocado oil and butter.
• Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped Spanish onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, until translucent.
• Stir in chopped carrots and red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until slightly tender.
• Add your preferred seasoning (Old Bay, Cajun, or Creole) and pre-washed long-grain rice. Stir and cook for 1 minute to lightly toast the rice.
• Pour in chicken broth. Give it a quick stir and bring the mixture to a slow simmer.
• Stir in dried basil, bay leaves, and lemon juice .
• This is also the optional step to add coconut cream for a tropical hint.
• Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed.
• Remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork.
• Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and adjust the seasoning with salt and ground pepper to your taste.

Video Content:
0:00 Intro
0:29 How to make fluffy rice pilaf from scratch
3:01 Finally and taste test

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