Rice Pilafs and Blends
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Rice Pilafs and Blends
Original
Description
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*.
Ingredients and 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
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.
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