Copycat Near East Rice Pilaf
 
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Yields: 4-6
Ingredients
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1/3 cup orzo pasta (found at Whole Foods or specialty grocery stores)
  • 1/8 tsp turmeric
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt (increase to 1/2 tsp if you prefer your dishes saltier)
Instructions
  1. Bring broth, water, and butter/olive oil to boil in a small pot.
  2. Add rice, orzo and spices and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
  3. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Recipe by Coffee & Quinoa at https://www.coffeeandquinoa.com/2013/07/copycat-near-east-rice-pilaf/