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Brown Rice Pilaf (Burmese Style)

A flavorful Burmese-style brown rice pilaf, perfect as a side dish or a main course.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Burmese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Brown Rice
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (carrots, peas, etc.)

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the brown rice under cold water and drain.
  2. 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  3. 3. Add the rinsed brown rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with the oil.
  4. 4. Pour in the water, add turmeric powder and salt, and bring to a boil.
  5. 5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  6. 6. In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the mixed vegetables on top of the rice. Do not stir.
  7. 7. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and mix in the vegetables. Serve warm.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Brown Rice, Burmese, Pilaf
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