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wild rice with onions and carrots in a bowl
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Wild Rice Recipe

Get ready to shake up your cooking routine with this wild rice recipe. It's a great dish thanks to its nutty taste and chewy texture.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: wild rice
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Lama

Ingredients

  • 2 cups wild rice
  • 3 ¼ cup water or chicken/ vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 bouillon cubes if using water
  • ½ cup carrots finely diced
  • ½ cup onions finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • To a small medium pot, heat butter and olive oil then add the finely diced carrots and onions.
  • Sauté until onions are translucent and carrots are soft. Add in the wild rice, 2 bouillon cubes, water or broth, and salt. (omit adding the bouillon if you’re adding chicken or a vegetable broth).
  • Bring to a boil, stir, cover, then lower to simmer and cook for 45 minutes.

Notes

Pro Tips:
  • Store uncooked wild rice in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
  • Wild rice pairs well with various ingredients like vegetables, mushrooms, nuts, dried fruits, and proteins like chicken, turkey, or fish.
  • Use cooked wild rice as a base for salads, stuffings, pilafs, or as a side dish.
  • Incorporate wild rice into soups or casseroles for added texture and flavor.
  • Cooked wild rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days in a sealed container.
  • If you want to store cooked wild rice for a longer period, it can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 728mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1797IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg