Description
A Southern-inspired, comfort-filled rice pilaf rich in flavor, texture, and aroma—perfectly fluffy and versatile. Ideal as a weeknight side or centerpiece for Sunday supper.
Ingredients
1 cup Long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
½ cup Yellow onion, diced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
½ teaspoon Salt
Optional: chopped parsley, slivered almonds, lemon zest
Instructions
1. Rinse your rice in cold water until it runs clear.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt your butter over medium heat. Once foamy, add diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
3. Add garlic and stir until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
4. Stir in the rice. Let it toast—keep stirring for 4-5 minutes until it smells nutty and turns just golden.
5. Pour in the broth and salt. Stir to combine.
6. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the pan.
7. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice absorbs all liquid.
8. Leave the lid on and let it rest (off heat) for 5 minutes.
9. Fluff with a fork. Add chopped parsley, lemon zest, or toasted almonds for bonus flair.
Notes
No peeking while it cooks—trapping steam is key for fluffy grains.
Low-sodium broth keeps things heart-healthy and flavorful.
Leftovers can become frittatas, mini casseroles, or soup boosters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: rice pilaf, southern rice, creole rice, side dish, comfort food