Rice Pilafs and Blends Original Based on Hannah Kalajian's recipe, our Original Rice Pilaf is made from premium parboiled long grain rice, toasted orzo and a delicious blend of herbs and spices. Near East® Rice Pilaf Mix is Kosher Certified *OU*. WHERE TO BUY Our Near East quinoa blend products are fair trade certified. Learn more about our partnership with Fair Trade USA Ingredients & Nutrition Product formulations, packaging and promotions may change. For current information, refer to packaging on store shelves. Ingredients PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE, ORZO (MACARONI PRODUCT MADE FROM WHEAT FLOUR), SALT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT*, ONIONS*, GARLIC*, TURMERIC SPICE WHICH IMPARTS COLOR. *DRIED CONTAINS WHEAT INGREDIENTS. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 2.0 oz (56 g/about 1/4 cup dry rice & 1 Tbsp seasoning mix) (1 cup prepared) Servings Per Container: about 3 (dry) Amount Per Serving As Packaged As Prepared Calories 190 220 Calories from Fat 0 35 % Daily Value ** Total Fat 0.5g 1% 6% Saturated Fat 0g 0% 11% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% 3% Sodium 780mg 32% 34% Total Carbs 43g 14% 14% Dietary Fiber 1g 4% 4% Sugars 0g Protein 4g Vitamin A 0% 2% Vitamin C 0% 0% Calcium 0% 0% Iron 2% 2% * Amount as packaged. When prepared as directed, a serving of rice and seasoning plus butter provides 4g Total Fat (2g Saturated Fat, 0g Trans Fat), 10mg Cholesterol, 810mg Sodium, 43g Total Carbohydrate (1g Dietary Fiber, 0g Sugars), and 4g Protein.** Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Preparation Instructions Range Top Directions In medium saucepan, bring 1-3/4 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil just to a boil. Stir in rice and contents of Spice Sack. Return to a boil. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until most of water is absorbed. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving. Makes 3 cups Microwave Directions In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine rice, contents of Spice Sack, 2-1/4 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil. Cover, microwave at HIGH 18 to 21 minutes or until most of water is absorbed.* Let stand about 5 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving. * Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed. Alternate Directions Follow the above preparation directions, except omit butter or olive oil and add additional 3 tablespoons water. (For information about Sodium and other Nutrients, see the Ingredient and Nutrition Information listed with this product.) High Altitude Preparation At high altitudes, increase water to 2-3/4 cups and cook time to 33 to 38 minutes. Scroll Left Serving Suggestion Heat & Eat Original Rice Pilaf Serving Suggestion Heat & Eat Long Grain & Wild Rice Serving Suggestion Brown Rice Pilaf Serving Suggestion Chicken Serving Suggestion Spanish Rice Serving Suggestion Garlic & Herb Serving Suggestion Roasted Chicken & Garlic Serving Suggestion Long Grain & Wild Rice - Original Serving Suggestion Long Grain & Wild Rice - Garlic & Herb Serving Suggestion Mushroom & Herb Scroll Right Explore Our Rice Pilafs and Blends Recipes Bring the flavors of the world to your dinner table when you serve our Rice Pilafs and Blends recipes View Our Recipes ×