Noodle Rice Pilaf
Elevate your side dish game with this flavor-packed Noodle Rice Pilaf, a perfect fusion of tender long-grain white rice and golden-toasted vermicelli noodles. This comforting recipe combines buttery richness with aromatic notes of sautéed onion and garlic, all simmered to perfection in a savory chicken or vegetable broth. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for pairing with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or your favorite main course. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this crowd-pleasing pilaf strikes the perfect balance between texture and flavor. Whether you're hosting a gathering or crafting a weeknight meal, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup vermicelli noodles (broken into 1-inch pieces)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear and set aside to drain.
In a medium saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat until melted.
Add the broken vermicelli noodles to the pan and stir constantly, allowing the noodles to toast until they turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the drained rice to the saucepan and stir to combine, ensuring the rice is coated with the butter and begins to turn slightly opaque, about 2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, then add the salt and black pepper, stirring to mix.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the pilaf to steam and fluff up.
Fluff the pilaf with a fork, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
207 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 921 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 101 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
