Quick and Delicious Easy Pilaf Recipe

This Easy Pilaf recipe is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal. With just a few ingredients, you can create a dish full of aromatic flavors and fluffy rice. This versatile recipe can be customized to include your favorite vegetables or proteins. Serve it as a side dish or enjoy it as a flavorful main course. This Easy Pilaf recipe is a great addition to your repertoire!

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain rice
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 cup diced vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
• Optional: 1 cup cooked chicken, beef, or shrimp

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until translucent and fragrant.
3. Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with oil.
4. Add cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. If using vegetables, add them to the saucepan and cook for a few minutes until slightly softened.
6. Pour the broth into the saucepan and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
8. If using cooked chicken, beef, or shrimp, add them to the saucepan during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
9. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Fluff the rice pilaf with a fork before serving. Enjoy!

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