How to Make Rice Pilaf | Alexis deBoschnek

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce sodium content.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

White rice is usually cheaper and cooks faster.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Dried thyme can add flavor without the cost of bay leaves.

Chop 1 medium shallot.

Heat olive oil in a pot over high heat until shimmering.

Add chopped shallot to the pot and stir until softened and slightly golden brown.

Add rice to the pot and stir to coat with olive oil, toasting for 1-2 minutes.

Pour in white wine and cook until the alcohol smell dissipates, about 1-2 minutes.

Add chicken stock and a pinch of salt; stir to combine.

Bring to a boil, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to simmer for 18 minutes.

After 18 minutes, let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

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