Saffron Rice and Red Pepper Pilaf Recipe

Name: Saffron Rice and Red Pepper Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 tablespoons butter; 1 1/2 cups chopped red bell peppers; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 1 1/2 cups basmati rice or other long-grain white rice; 3 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon (generous) crushed saffron threads; 6 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; Parmesan cheese shavings

Servings: persons

5 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups chopped red bell peppers
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups basmati rice or other long-grain white rice
3 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon (generous) crushed saffron threads
6 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Parmesan cheese shavings

1
Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add peppers and onion.
3
Saute until soft, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
4
Add rice; stir 1 minute.
5
Mix in 3 cups broth, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and saffron.
6
Bring to simmer.
7
Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
8
Remove from heat; stir in 6 tablespoons grated cheese.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
(Pilaf can be made 30 minutes ahead.
11
Keep covered.
12
Rewarm over low heat, adding more broth by tablespoonfuls to moisten if necessary.)
13
Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons chives into pilaf.
14
Mound in serving bowl.
15
Top with cheese shavings and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons chives.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 tablespoons butter, 1 1/2 cups chopped red bell peppers, 3/4 cup chopped onion, 1 1/2 cups basmati rice or other long-grain white rice, and more.

Yes, Saffron Rice and Red Pepper Pilaf falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Saffron Rice and Red Pepper Pilaf

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