Mexican Brown Rice Pilaf
Protein Packed - Dairy Free - Gluten Free
As a former culinary student of Le Cordon Bleu, there is one thing that will always remind me of my time in culinary school - and that my friends is rice pilaf. It was a staple dish that we learned when we first arrived, but the principles of it would come back again and again over my years in school. There’s something magical about toasting rice with onions, garlic and olive oil and this technique can be used with risotto and even paella.
I decided to make this a Mexican inspired version because it’s so flavorful and will help you kick those bullion cubes or seasoning packets to the curb. As someone who is trying to get us away from processed foods, I really want to put an emphasis on how those cubes and seasoning packets are totally unnecessary. They often contain harmful preservatives, artificial colors and have an overwhelming amount of sodium.
This recipe will show you that you can easily make your own at home, while giving you the confidence to up level your cooking skills.
This recipe is:
A perfect staple.
Great for a crowd.
Gluten Free.
High in Protein.
Dairy Free.
Your new weeknight go-to!
