Elaine’s Rice Pilaf

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 3

Classic Elaine's Rice Pilaf perfect for any occasion

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

257

Sugar

Fat

Elaine's Rice Pilaf is a popular side dish that can be traced back to the Middle East. The dish that's usually made with rice and vermicelli is an alternative to plain steamed rice. Elaine's Rice Pilaf is prepared with long-grain rice seasoned with chicken broth to give it an authentic taste. The dish can be paired with kabobs, chicken, or fish, but if you want a vegetarian option, it can be served with roasted vegetables and sauces. Elaine's Rice Pilaf is an excellent choice for any occasion and can be made in less than 30 minutes making it a favorite side dish among busy moms.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in a fine strainer and drain well
2.	Break vermicelli into 2 inch pieces
3.	Melt butter in a saucepan and sauté vermicelli until golden brown
4.	Add rice, chicken broth, salt and pepper
5.	Bring mixture to a boil
6.	Cover the pot, reduce heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes
7.	Fluff the rice and serve hot

PROS

Elaine’s Rice Pilaf is an easy and delicious side dish that goes well with grilled chicken or roasted vegetables.

The dish is fluffy, flavorful and has an earthy aroma.

CONS

Although seasoned, the dish can be bland without flavor enhancers to cater to your taste.

Goes well as a side dish as it’s not a stand-alone main course.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Brown rice has numerous health benefits such as high fiber content which helps in keeping your bowel movement, and it’s rich in selenium which is an important antioxidant that helps prevent cancer.
Also, chicken broth has a low-fat content and has been shown to help prevent osteoarthritis.

	1 cup long grain rice
	1/2 cup vermicelli
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 can chicken broth
	salt
	pepper