Easy Rice Pilaf Arkansas is the nation's leading rice producer. I love rice and I'm always looking for good rice recipes. In a restaurant, I will usually order rice pilaf instead of baked potato if given a choice. The problem comes in finding a restaurant that serves a good rice pilaf. If only they had my recipe! We think you will love it. Make sure you use rice grown in Arkansas!
Begin by heating the chicken broth to a low boil. In a separate, heavy, two-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium to low heat. Add carrots and stir for about 5 minutes. Stir in almonds, orange zest, raisins and turmeric; continue to stir for another 3-4 minutes. Add the rice and keep stirring until rice is well coated with the butter and begins to take on some color--about two minutes. Slowly add the boiling chicken stock in a steady stream and let boil for two minutes. Add salt, reduce heat to very low, cover tightly and simmer until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 15 to 20 minutes. Let stand covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve. Serve with steak, pork, chicken, or fish! This is the BEST! |
