Asian Rice Pilaf

Name: Asian Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup sliced carrot; 1/2 cup sliced celery; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 cup uncooked long grain rice; 2 cups hot water; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes; 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 2-1/2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces), thawed

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

We love this Asian rice recipe that's loaded with veggies and a hint of gingery freshness. It's so versatile, and even the picky eaters in our family love it! —Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, IL

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup sliced carrot
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cups hot water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2-1/2 cups frozen peas (about 10 ounces), thawed

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute carrot, celery and onion until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in rice until coated.
2. Stir in water, soy sauce, sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Gently stir in peas. Cover and heat through.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 233 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 699mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.

We are no longer supporting IE (Internet Explorer) as we strive to provide site experiences for browsers that support new web standards and security practices.

We recommend our users to update the browser.