Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 tbsp

butter

melted

0.5 cup

uncooked wild rice

2 tbsp

slivered almonds

2 tbsp

chopped onions

chopped

1.5 cup

boiling water

boiling

2 unit

chicken bouillon cubes

Step 1
~9 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~9 min

Melt butter in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~9 min

Add rice, almonds, and onion to the skillet.

Step 4
~9 min

Cook, stirring frequently, until almonds are golden brown, approximately 10 minutes.

Step 5
~9 min

Pour in boiling water and add chicken bouillon cubes.

Step 6
~9 min

Stir until the bouillon cubes dissolve.

Step 7
~9 min

Transfer the mixture to an ungreased 2 1/2 cup casserole dish.

Step 8
~9 min

Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil.

Step 9
~9 min

Bake in the preheated oven until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender and fluffy, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Rinse wild rice before cooking to remove any debris.

Toast almonds lightly before adding to the skillet for enhanced flavor.

For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water and bouillon cubes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or fish.

Pairs well with green beans or asparagus.

Can be served warm or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Green Beans
Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Wild rice is an important traditional food for many Native American tribes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Side Dish
Holiday
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100