Pilaf

Preparation

1. 01

   Step 01

   Place the rice in a wide bowl and add enough cold water to cover. Gently stir with your hand, then drain. Repeat this process 3-4 times until the water runs clear.

2. 02

   Step 02

   Add lukewarm water and 1 teaspoon salt to the washed rice. Leave for 20 minutes, then drain in a sieve and allow to rest for 10 minutes.

3. 03

   medium heat

   Melt the butter in a wide-based saucepan over medium heat. Add the orzo and fry, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes until golden.

4. 04

   medium heat

   Add the drained rice. Fry the rice with the orzo for 2-3 minutes; the grains will begin to turn translucent.

5. 05

   high heat

   Add the hot chicken stock and remaining salt. Stir once and bring to the boil.

6. 06

   lowest heat, lid on

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Cover the saucepan and cook for 15 minutes.

7. 07

   Step 07

   Turn off the heat. Without opening the lid, place a clean tea towel over the saucepan and replace the lid. Leave to rest for 15 minutes.

8. 08

   Step 08

   At the end of the resting time, fluff the pilaf with a fork, lifting from the bottom to the top. Take care not to break the grains.