Description
Miso Butter Wild Rice Pilaf is a fragrant and flavorful dish that brings comfort and joy to every meal. With nutty wild rice, rich miso paste, and creamy butter, this pilaf is perfect for cozy gatherings or as a delicious side dish. Easy to prepare and highly versatile, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats or roasted veggies, making it a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 3 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons miso paste (white or yellow)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse wild rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes until tender.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion; sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Mix miso paste into the skillet until well combined with the onions and garlic.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and add it to the skillet. Gently fold to coat rice in the miso mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper. Top with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (190g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg