Pierre Franey's Riz Creole

Discover the vibrant flavors of **Pierre Franey's Riz Creole**, a classic one-pot dish that’s brimming with the essence of Creole-inspired cuisine. This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with a medley of aromatic vegetables, including onion, green bell pepper, and celery, all infused with the richness of garlic and a touch of heat from cayenne pepper. Simmered in a savory blend of tomatoes, chicken stock, and fragrant herbs like thyme and bay leaf, this dish offers bold flavors in every bite. Perfect as a comforting main or a flavorful side, this hearty rice dish is ready in just 40 minutes and makes an ideal option for weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for a finishing touch and serve hot to bring a taste of Creole charm to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 stalk celery, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoons thyme, dried
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

Heat the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened but not browned.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and stir for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, chicken stock, bay leaf, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Add the rinsed and drained rice to the saucepan, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture back to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it cook undisturbed for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender.

Step 7

Turn off the heat but leave the lid on. Let the rice rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf, fluff the rice with a fork, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1592.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	695.2

Total Fat 29.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 83.3mg	0%
Sodium 2981.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 24.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208.7mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1129.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 49.9%