Ellinika Pilafia (Greek Pilafs)
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| ~For the preparation of Pilafs and other dishes like soups there are many different kinds of rise. ~ The best rice for pilafs is considered to be the American, the Persian and the Italian. ~ The best rice for soups is considered to be the Italian and Egyptian. ~ In order to make a good pilaf there are some roles to follow. ~ 1) To soak the rice in lukewarm salted water for 10-15 minutes or, ~ 2) To wash the rice in a strainer under plenty of running water or, ~ 3) To sauté the rice with butter. ~ It has been considered that in order to make pilaf you need 1 part rice to 2 part of water or broth. ~ Based on my experience you need more than 2 parts of broth. ~ I always use 1 cup of rice to 2 1/2 cups of water or broth. ~ Some of the most popular pilafs in the Greek Cuisine are: |
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