Armenian Lemon Rice Pilaf |
|
 |
Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 6 |
|
Originally found in Yankee Magazine. Ingredients:
2 -4 tablespoons butter |
1 1/2 cups long grain rice |
1 teaspoon lemon zest, freshly grated |
1/2 teaspoon white pepper (to taste) |
4 1/2 cups chicken broth |
1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed |
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped |
1 lemon, thinly sliced, garnish |
Directions:
1. Melt butter in a skillet.
2. Add rice and stir, about 2 minutes, making sure grains are nicely coated with butter.
3. Add lemon zest, pepper (to taste), and the broth.
4. Simmer uncovered over low heat for about 40 minutes, or until the liquid has absorbed and rice in tender; remove from heat.
5. Add lemon juice and stir.
6. Let stand 5 minutes.
7. Garnish with lemon slices to serve.
|
|