Rice Pilav with Orzo
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Rice Pilav with Orzo, a Middle Eastern-inspired classic that's rich in flavor and simplicity. This recipe combines tender long-grain white rice with golden, nutty orzo pasta, sautéed to perfection in buttery olive oil for a toasty depth of flavor. Simmered in savory chicken or vegetable broth, the dish achieves a fluffy, perfectly seasoned texture that is both comforting and satisfying. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this versatile pilav is ideal for pairing with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a standalone dish. With only 5 minutes of prep time and 25 minutes to cook, this easy one-pot recipe is your go-to for a quick weeknight meal or impressive dinner party side.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 0.5 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
Add the orzo pasta and cook, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the rinsed and drained rice, ensuring the grains are well coated in the butter and oil mixture.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, add salt and black pepper, and stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice and orzo are tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the rice.
Fluff the pilav with a fork, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.4 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2911 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 5% | |
*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.
