Southwestern Pilaf Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup brown rice; 1/2 cup barley; 1 medium carrot, diced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1/2 cup red onion, chopped; 1 cup corn kernel (frozen or canned); 1 cup black beans, canned, rinsed, drained; 1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, diced; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup brown rice
1/2 cup barley
1 medium carrot, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1 cup corn kernel (frozen or canned)
1 cup black beans, canned, rinsed, drained
1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

1
In a medium saucepan with tight fitting lid, bring the chicken broth to a boil, stir in rice and barley; cover and cook for 30 minutes.
2
Stir in diced carrot, cover and continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and grains are tender.
3
While the grains are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet, stir in garlic and chopped onion and cook until onion is tender.
4
Stir in the corn and beans, heat until warmed; add jalapeno pepper, red bell pepper, cumin and oregano.
5
When the grains are cooked, add to skillet, stirring to combine.
6
Sprinkle in the cilantro, combine well; cover and allow to stand 5 minutes before serving.
7
Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

670

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups chicken broth, 1/2 cup brown rice, 1/2 cup barley, 1 medium carrot, diced, and more.

Yes, Southwestern 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.

Southwestern Pilaf

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