Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pilaf
noun
/ˈpiː.lɑːf/ or /ˈpiː.ləf/
Definition
A rice dish in which the rice is cooked in seasoned broth, often with added vegetables and meats.
Examples
- She served a delicious chicken pilaf for dinner.
- The pilaf was garnished with almonds and raisins.
- He learned how to make a traditional Persian pilaf during his travels.
Meaning
Pilaf refers to a style of cooking rice where it is first sautéed in oil or butter before being cooked in broth, resulting in flavorful grains that are separate from one another.
Synonyms
- rice dish
- pulao
- risotto
