Brown Rice Pilaf

Adding this healthy starch doesn't just add texture to your spread, but cuts the richness of your decadent mains.

Serves 6 to 8 
Prep Time 20 minutes 
Cooking Time 30 minutes

1 cup brown rice
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped onions
salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
4 to 4 1/2 cups water or chicken broth
1/4 cup finely chopped spring onions,
      white and green parts only
1/2 teaspoon finely ground pepper

1  Wash brown rice several times until water runs clear; set aside.

2  In a sauté pan, melt butter. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent. Season with salt and pepper.

3  Add brown rice and season lightly. Pour in 4 to 4 1/2 cups water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 to 30 minutes. Cook until rice is tender. Drain well.

4  Toss in finely chopped spring onions and ground pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve while hot.

Photography by  At Maculangan | Food Styling by Jun Jun De Guzman | Props Styling by Paulynn Chang Afable