Simple 7-Ingredient Recipe

Okay, here's a simple and surprisingly delicious savory dish!

"Sunshine Pantry Pilaf"

This quick pilaf uses canned chickpeas for protein and texture, with a sunny, aromatic flavor from common pa ntry spices.

Pantry Ingredients (7):

(Water is assumed and not counted as an ingredient)

Instructions:

Rinse & Drain: Open the can of chickpeas, drain them, and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Set asi de.
Sauté Aromatics: In a medium saucepan or pot with a lid, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder. St ir constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant – be careful not to burn the spices.
Toast Rice: Add 1 cup of long-grain white rice to the pot. Stir well to coat the rice grains with th e spiced oil. Toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add Liquid & Chickpeas: Pour in 2 cups of water and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt (or to taste). Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas to the pot. Stir once to combine.
Cook Pilaf: Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly with a lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
Rest & Fluff: Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, still covered, for 5-10 mi nutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice.
Serve: Uncover the pot, fluff the pilaf gently with a fork, and serve warm.

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Enjoy your delicious and easy Sunshine Pantry Pilaf! It's great on its own or as a side dish.