Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
4
servings
0.33 cup

pine nuts

toasted

4.25 cup

vegetable stock

boiling

2 cup

short-grain brown rice

uncooked

1 cup

frozen green peas

cooked

3 tbsp

fresh chives

chopped

3 tbsp

fresh thyme

crumbled

1 tsp

granulated garlic

1 tbsp

liquid aminos

Step 1
~6 min

Toast pine nuts in a dry saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, shaking constantly until lightly browned.

Step 2
~6 min

Set toasted pine nuts aside.

Step 3
~6 min

Combine vegetable stock and brown rice in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.

Step 4
~6 min

Cover the saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook for 40 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.

Step 5
~6 min

Remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 6
~6 min

Gently fold in the cooked green peas, chopped fresh chives, and crumbled fresh thyme.

Step 7
~6 min

Stir in the granulated garlic and liquid aminos.

Step 8
~6 min

Top the rice mixture with the toasted pine nuts.

Step 9
~6 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use chicken stock instead of vegetable stock (if not vegetarian).

Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for brightness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Quiet
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled vegetables.

Serve as a light lunch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Asparagus
Roasted Tofu

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Global

Cultural Significance

Healthy eating

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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