Armenian Rice Pilaf Recipe - butter

Method

• Break vermicelli into 1 1/2-inch pcs.
• Heat butter in heavy saucepan over medium heat.
• Immediately add in vermicelli and, with wooden spoon, toss with butter till rich golden, 6 min.
• Add in rice and mix, making sure rice, noodles and butter are well combined.
• Add in broth and bring to boil over medium-high heat, 3 min.
• Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered till broth is absorbed, 20 to 25 min (check rice after 20 min).
• Turn off heat and let stand 10 min.
• If rice is not being served immediately, remove lid, lay kitchen towel over pot and replace lid.
• This keeps pilaf moist and flavorful.
• Stir before serving and season to taste with salt and pepper.
• This recipe yields 4 servings.