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Embellished Rice Pilaf

This recipe is one of my favorite ways to elevate rice from a basic carb to a stand out side dish.  
Cook Time50 minutes
Resting Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Side Dish
Keyword: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Servings: 6 people
Author: Kate Hesse

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain brown rice, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • ¼ cup raw sunflower seeds or pine nuts
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 Tbsp extra virign olive oil

Instructions

  • Saute onion in olive oil until translucent, but not browned.
  • Add sunflower seeds or pine nuts and rice and stir constantly until you smell a nutty aroma. Watch the sunflower seeds or pine nuts as they can burn quickly.
  • Add water and salt. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 50 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat, let rest for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.