Snow Pea and Sesame Pilaf |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 22 Minutes |
Ready In: 27 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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A tasty pilaf to make in the microwave. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon sesame oil |
1 teaspoon butter |
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped |
3 scallions, thinly sliced |
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot |
1/3 cup long-grain rice |
1 cup chicken broth |
salt (depending on how salty the broth is) (optional) |
1/4 lb snow peas, trimmed and cut into 1/2 inch pieces |
2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted lightly |
Directions:
1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine oil, butter, onion, scallions and gingerroot and microwave at high power for 2 minutes, or until onion is softened.
2. Stir in rice to coat with oil and butter, add broth and microwave, covered with plastic wrap at high for 5 minutes.
3. Microwave at medium power (50%) for 12-15 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
4. Uncover and stir in snow peas.
5. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes and stir in sesame seeds.
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