Three Pepper Pilaf

Ingredients and Weight:

• White rice: 3 cups (500g)
• Red bell pepper, diced: 1 cup (130g)
• Yellow bell pepper, diced: 1 cup (130g)
• Green bell pepper, diced: 1 cup (130g)
• Vegetable broth: 4 cups (950ml)
• Butter: 1/2 cup (110g)
• Onion, chopped: 1 cup (100g)
• Garlic, minced: 2 cloves (6g)
• Salt and black pepper: To taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish): 1/4 cup (10g)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear.
2. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter.
3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
5. Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
6. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it with the butter and vegetables.
7. Pour in the vegetable broth and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
9. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (per serving for 8 people):

• Calories: 320
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 11g
• Fat: 10g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Aromatic and colorful
• Fluffy and flavorful rice
• Healthy and nutritious
• Versatile side dish or main course

User Comments:

• "This pilaf is delicious! The combination of the three peppers is perfect, and it's so easy to make."
• "I love how flavorful this dish is. The rice is cooked to perfection and the vegetables are tender."
• "I'm not usually a fan of pilaf, but this one is amazing. It's light and fluffy, and the peppers add a great touch."
• "This is the perfect dish to serve with grilled chicken or fish. It's healthy, easy to make, and everyone loves it."
• "I highly recommend this Three Pepper Pilaf. It's one of my favorite side dishes."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use chicken or beef broth instead.
• To make a vegetarian version of this dish, use olive oil instead of butter.
• You can adjust the amount of spice by adding more or less black pepper.
• The pilaf can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a saucepan or microwave before serving.