Thai Jasmine Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Thai Jasmine Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. minced fresh lemongrass; 1 1/2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger; 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 4 tsp.); 2 Tbs. peanut or canola oil; 4 oz. tempeh, cubed; 1/2 cup unsalted cashews, coarsely chopped; 2 Tbs. low-sodium tamari or soy sauce; 1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds; 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice; 2 3/4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 tsp. chile paste, or to taste; 1 cup fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. minced fresh lemongrass
1 1/2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger
4 cloves garlic, minced (about 4 tsp.)
2 Tbs. peanut or canola oil
4 oz. tempeh, cubed
1/2 cup unsalted cashews, coarsely chopped
2 Tbs. low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
2 3/4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tsp. chile paste, or to taste
1 cup fresh basil leaves

1
Combine lemongrass, ginger and garlic in bowl, and set aside.
2
Heat 1 Tbs.
3
oil in large pot over medium-high heat.
4
Add tempeh, cashews and 1 Tbs.
5
tamari, and saute 4 minutes.
6
Transfer to plate.
7
Add remaining oil to pot.
8
Saute green beans and rice in oil 2 minutes.
9
Stir in all but 1 tsp.
10
lemongrass mixture.
11
Add broth, and bring to a boil.
12
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15 minutes.
13
Stir in tempeh mixture, remaining lemongrass mixture, chile paste and remaining tamari.
14
Cover, and cook 5 minutes more.
15
Remove from heat, and let stand 3 minutes.
16
Stir in basil, fluff with fork, and serve.

825

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. minced fresh lemongrass, 1 1/2 Tbs. minced fresh ginger, 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 4 tsp.), 2 Tbs. peanut or canola oil, and more.

Yes, Thai Jasmine Rice 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.

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Thai Jasmine Rice Pilaf

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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