Carrot Pilaf Recipes

CARROT RAISIN RICE PILAF

Steps:

• Start by bringing the rice, chicken stock and butter to a very gentle boil.
• Simmer as gently as possible for about 20 minutes or until the rice has absorbed almost all of the liquid. Do not remove the cover but set the pot aside for 10 minutes.
• While the rice rests, in a saute pan on medium heat, add the olive oil and chopped garlic.
• Saute 1 minute then add the raisins and grated carrot. (Note: I sometimes add a tbsp of freshly grated ginger root to this recipe and this is where I add it.)
• Cook for an additional minute then the salt and pepper and chopped chives. (Other fresh herbs and 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds can be added at this point if you choose.)
• Toss the cooked rice into the saute pan and stir fry for just a couple of minutes to mix everything together before serving.

SHREDDED CARROT PILAF

Steps:

• In a medium size saucepan, saute carrots and onion in butter until tender over about medium heat- about 5 minutes.
• Add rice and stir briefly to coat, about 1 minute.
• Add broth and lemon pepper, stirring to mix, then raise heat and bring it to a boil.
• Once it comes to boil, lower the heat, drop on the lid, and let simmer about 20 minutes or until liquid has absorbed and rice is tender.

CARROT PILAF

Steps:

• In a saucepan, saute carrots and onion in butter until tender. Add rice and stir to coat. Stir in broth and lemon-pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender.

EASY RICE PILAF WITH PEAS AND CARROTS

Steps:

• Wash the rice very well a few times until the water is clear. You can let it soak in water for about 10 minutes or so while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
• In a large heavy pan with a lid, heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, tossing regularly until softened. Add the peas and carrots. Season with a good pinch of kosher salt. Add the spices and mix to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes or so, tossing regularly until the carrots have softened.
• Drain the rice well and add it to the pan. Toss around to make sure the rice is well-coated with the spices. Pour in 2 ¼ cup of water. And season well with a big dash of kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the rice is cooked through and has absorbed all the liquid.
• Allow the rice about 5 to 10 minutes to rest before serving.
• Serve with the nuts and raisins on top.

CARROT RICE PILAF

Steps:

• In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook carrots, rice and green onions for 2 minutes.
• Stir in stock and bring to boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
• Stir in parsley; season with salt and pepper to taste.

BROWN RICE AND CARROT PILAF

Steps:

• Melt butter in a 2 quart pan at med-high heat.
• Add onion and carrot and cook about 5 minutes.
• Stir in rice and cook until rice browns slightly.
• Add stock and seasonings.
• Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 45 minutes.
• Stir in parsley and sprouts just before serving.