Noodle Rice Pilaf

Elevate your side dish game with this flavor-packed Noodle Rice Pilaf, a perfect fusion of tender long-grain white rice and golden-toasted vermicelli noodles. This comforting recipe combines buttery richness with aromatic notes of sautéed onion and garlic, all simmered to perfection in a savory chicken or vegetable broth. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for pairing with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or your favorite main course. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this crowd-pleasing pilaf strikes the perfect balance between texture and flavor. Whether you're hosting a gathering or crafting a weeknight meal, this recipe is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 cup vermicelli noodles (broken into 1-inch pieces)
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear and set aside to drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat until melted.

Step 3

Add the broken vermicelli noodles to the pan and stir constantly, allowing the noodles to toast until they turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the drained rice to the saucepan and stir to combine, ensuring the rice is coated with the butter and begins to turn slightly opaque, about 2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, then add the salt and black pepper, stirring to mix.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the pilaf to steam and fluff up.

Step 10

Fluff the pilaf with a fork, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1037.2 grams (1037.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1454

Total Fat 40.20g	52%
Saturated Fat 21.80g	109%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 4104mg	178%
Total Carbohydrate 247.70g	90%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 5.50g
Protein 26.90g	54%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 131mg	10%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 444mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.8%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 67.9%