Farro Pilaf

Farro Pilaf

Side Dish
60 min
4 servings
273 kcal / serving

Farro Pilaf is an easy, flavorful dish that complements all kinds of protein entrées like chicken, beef, and pork!

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoonsbutter
  • ½onion (finely diced)
  • 1 clovegarlic ( minced)
  • ¾ cupfarro
  • ⅓ cuporzo
  • 14 ½ ounceschicken broth (1 can)
  • 2 tablespoonsshredded carrot
  • 2 tablespoonsslivered almonds (toasted)
  • 2 tablespoonschopped fresh parsley
  • ⅛ teaspoonsalt

Directions

  1. 1

    Rinse farro under cold water and drain.

  2. 2

    Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add farro and orzo and cook until lightly browned and nutty smelling, about 6 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add broth & carrots.

  5. 5

    Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a low simmer for 30-35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and farro is tender.

  6. 6

    Remove from the heat and cover. Rest 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Fluff with a fork and stir in almonds, parsley, and salt.