Greek Rice
I love easy sides like this tasty Greek rice that’s lemon flavored and loaded with lots of fresh herbs like parsley and fresh dill. It’s so delicious you’ll want to eat it on its own. No more boring plain rice, this rice pilaf will transform a simple side into the star of the show. This is such a great side dish because it pairs beautifully with so many dishes like my Chicken Souvlaki, Chicken Gyros or my Greek Meatballs, just to name a few. This rice pilaf is a fairly popular side dish, that I’m sure you’ve tried at your local Greek restaurant. But now, you can make it at home because it’s simple and requires just a few ingredients.
Ingredient Notes
Rice – You’ll want to use a long grain rice or medium grain rice. Basmati or jasmine rice will also work. I wouldn’t really recommend a short grain rice but if that’s all you have, give it a try. Onion and Garlic – Essential flavor enhancers in a side dish like a pilaf. Use as much garlic as you like. Lemon Juice – This rice is very lemony, so feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste depending on how much lemon flavor you like. I do recommend using freshly squeezed lemon juice. Chicken Broth – After the rice is sautéed with the onion and garlic in some olive oil, it will be cooked in chicken broth for extra added flavor. To keep this rice completely vegetarian, use vegetable broth. Fresh Herbs – Lots of fresh parsley and fresh dill finish this dish.
How To Make Greek Rice
Some Tips
Leftovers
Be sure to store this Greek rice as soon as it’s cooled as rice is a breeding ground for bacteria. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 – 4 days. If freezing, store this dish in a freezer bag with the air pressed out. Thaw overnight in the fridge and fluff the rice before reheating. This dish will last up to 3 months in the freezer.
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