Wild Rice Pilaf

This Wild Rice Pilaf toasts a wild rice blend until nutty, then folds in buttery sauteed onion and carrot, fresh cranberries, toasted pecans, and parsley.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Wild Rice Pilaf

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 320kcal

Author Jason Decker

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups wild rice blend rinsed
2 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup butter
1 small sweet onion minced
1 medium carrot minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup fresh cranberries minced (can use dried)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Place a medium sauce pot over medium heat.
Once hot, add the 1 tablespoon oil and the rice. Stir occasionally as you toast it off for about 5 minutes.
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 1/2 cups wild rice blend
Add the water and bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cover as the rice cooks, about 35 minutes or until tender—fluff with a fork and set aside.
2 1/4 cups water
Set a skillet over medium heat.
As the rice is almost finished cooking, place the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and once hot, add the minced onions and carrots.
1/4 cup butter, 1 small sweet onion, 1 medium carrot
Cook for 4-6 minutes until soft and onions are golden.
Stir in the rice and season with salt and pepper.
1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Stir in the minced cranberries, pecans, and parsley.
1/2 cup fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley

Notes

Use High-Quality Wild Rice: For the best flavor, use a high-quality wild rice blend. Lundberg Wild Blend Rice is a great option.
Toast the Rice: Toasting the rice before cooking brings out its nutty flavor.
Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh cranberries and parsley for the best taste and texture.
Don’t Overcook the Rice: Cook the rice just until tender to avoid a mushy texture.
Add Extra Vegetables: Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Season Well: Don’t forget to season with salt and pepper to enhance all the flavors.

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