Wild Slow Roasted Rice Medley (Printable Version)

Aromatic slow-roasted wild rice with cranberries and herbs, perfect for a wholesome, savory side or main.

# Ingredient List:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
02 - 1/2 cup brown rice, rinsed

→ Fruits & Vegetables

03 - 1 cup dried cranberries
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 celery stalks, finely diced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

07 - 3 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if necessary)
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Herbs & Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

→ Nuts (optional)

13 - 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
02 - Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and celery, cooking for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, and sage, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add wild rice, brown rice, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir thoroughly to coat grains with the oil and aromatics.
05 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in dried cranberries evenly.
06 - Cover the pot securely with a lid or foil. Transfer to the oven and bake for 1 hour, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
07 - Remove from oven. Fluff rice gently with a fork, folding in toasted nuts if using. Adjust seasoning as desired and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This blend surprises with a balance of flavors that feels like a special gift to anyone tasting it.
  • It became a favorite because it's easy to prepare yet impressive enough for festive occasions.
02 -
  • Make sure to cover the pot tightly when roasting to trap steam and avoid drying out the rice.
  • Adding nuts at the end preserves their crunch; mixing them in too early makes them soggy.
03 -
  • Rinsing the grains removes excess starch that can make the dish gummy.
  • Slow roasting with the lid on locks in all the flavors while perfectly cooking the rice.

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