Bay leaf rice pilaf

Discover the aromatic delight of Bay Leaf Rice Pilaf, a simple yet flavorful side dish made with white rice, chicken broth, garlic, and bay leaf. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, and enhanced with a touch of olive oil, this easy recipe will elevate any meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's an ideal accompaniment to your favorite main dishes!

  • 21 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 35 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Bay leaf rice pilaf

Bay leaf rice pilaf is a delightful and aromatic side dish that beautifully complements a variety of main courses. The subtle infusion of bay leaf, combined with garlic and chicken broth, elevates the taste of simple white rice to new heights. Here’s how you can create this delicious dish.

Ingredients:

3/4 cup chicken broth
180g
1 garlic clove
3g
1 tsp bay leaf
1.80g
1/4 tsp salt
1.50g
1 cup water
240g
1 cup white rice
180g
1/4 tsp black pepper
0.52g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Mince the garlic clove.
- Measure all the ingredients accurately.
2. Heat the Olive Oil:
- In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Cook the Garlic:
- Add the minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until it becomes fragrant and starts to turn golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add the Rice:
- Add the white rice to the pot and stir well to coat the rice evenly with the olive oil and garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously to lightly toast the rice.
5. Add the Liquids and Seasonings:
- Pour in the chicken broth and water.
- Add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
6. Bring to a Boil:
- Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Simmer the Rice:
- Once the liquid is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. Rest the Rice:
- Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. This helps to fluff the rice.
9. Fluff and Serve:
- Remove the bay leaf.
- Use a fork to fluff the rice gently.
- Serve warm as a delightful side dish to your favorite main course.

Tips:

- Rinse the white rice under cold water before cooking to remove excess starch. This helps in achieving fluffier rice.

- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.

- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.

- Allow the rice to rest for a few minutes after cooking without lifting the lid. This helps in evenly distributing the moisture throughout the rice.

- You can add finely chopped onions or vegetables to the rice for added texture and flavor.

Bay leaf rice pilaf is an easy-to-make dish that provides a fragrant and delicious alternative to plain rice. With just a few ingredients, you can transform your meal into an extraordinary culinary experience. Serve this pilaf alongside your favorite mains and enjoy the balanced and flavorful combination.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size160 grams
Energy
Calories 170kcal9%
Protein
Protein 3.97g3%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 36g11%
Fiber 0.65g2%
Sugar 0.16g0%
Fat
Fat 3.69g4%
Saturated 0.56g2%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0.04ug0%
Choline 4.27mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.27mg22%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B3 2.25mg14%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg5%
Vitamin B9 110ug27%
Vitamin B12 0.03ug1%
Vitamin C 0.26mg0%
Vitamin E 0.06mg0%
Vitamin K 0.27ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 24mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.13mg14%
Iron, Fe 2.14mg19%
Magnesium, Mg 14mg3%
Phosphorus, P 60mg5%
Potassium, K 100mg3%
Selenium, Se 7ug13%
Sodium, Na 250mg17%
Zinc, Zn 0.55mg5%
Water
Water 110g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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