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Homemade Uncle Ben's Wild Rice Recipe

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Homemade Uncle Ben S Wild Rice
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Description

Uncle Ben's wild rice is a ready-to-eat dish that is available in most supermarkets. However, it is always better to prepare your own wild rice dish with fresh ingredients. This homemade Uncle Ben's wild rice recipe is a healthier and tastier version of the store-bought one. It is also easy to make and takes less than an hour to prepare.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup wild rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Equipment

  • Large pot with a lid
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

  1. Rinse the wild rice under running water and drain it.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add red and green bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, dried thyme, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the wild rice to the skillet, and stir for a minute to combine with the vegetables and spices.
  6. Transfer the wild rice mixture to a large pot and add 2 cups of vegetable broth.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the wild rice with a fork.
  9. Serve the wild rice hot or cold.

Notes

You can add other vegetables of your choice, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini, to the wild rice mixture. You can also use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth for a non-vegetarian version of this recipe.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 4 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 240
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 460mg

Recipe Tips

To save time, you can chop the vegetables in advance and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also cook the wild rice in advance and store it in the refrigerator or freezer for later use. When reheating the wild rice, add a little bit of water or broth to prevent it from drying out.

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