Southwestern Pilaf

By Beefman-2

A hearty side dish that is sure to please. This can be served in place of Spanish rice and goes well with grilled meats and poultry.

Ingredients

• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup brown rice
• 1/2 cup barley
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1 cup corn kernel (frozen or canned)
• 1 cup black beans, canned, rinsed, drained
• 1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

THIS SET OF INSTRUCTIONS IS FOR THE AROMA RICE COOKER:

Add all ingredients to the inner pot and stir to combine. Place inner pot in the rice cooker and close the lid. Press the brown Rice button and cook until rice cooker switches to "Keep-Warm" mode. Allow rice to stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning as desired. Pour into a serving bowl and serve immediately.