No Zee French Rice Pilaf

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

No Zee French Rice Pilaf - A French-inspired rice dish

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 tablespoons butter
	1 medium onion , chopped
	4 garlic cloves , minced
	1 cup long grain white rice
	2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups broth
	salt
	1/2 cup grated cheese like parmesan cheese , but do n't be afraid , gruyere , manchego , all cheese is worthy of worship

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

447

Sugar

Fat

29g

No Zee French Rice Pilaf is a French-inspired rice dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. It is creamy and flavorful, thanks to the added cheese, but is also healthy, thanks to the vitamins and minerals in white rice. This versatile dish can be enjoyed as a side to chicken, steak or fish or can be eaten on its own as a hearty main dish. The rice is cooked in chicken broth and mixed with sautéed onions, garlic, butter, and grated cheese, which is then simmered until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender and ready to eat.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice with cold water and drain.
2.	Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3.	Add the onion and garlic and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
4.	Add the rice and stir to coat with the butter and onions.
5.	Pour in the chicken stock or broth and add a pinch of salt.
6.	Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
7.	Remove from heat and stir in remaining butter and grated cheese.
8.	Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

PROS

No Zee French Rice Pilaf is easy to make and is a versatile dish that can be paired with many different proteins.
It is creamy and flavorful, thanks to the added cheese.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or have a dairy allergy.
It is also high in fat due to the added butter and cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

White rice is a good source of carbohydrates, which provide energy to the body. It is also rich in B vitamins and iron. Cheese, on the other hand, is a good source of calcium and protein.