How To Cook Wild Rice In The Oven

Can you cook wild rice in the oven? 

Yep!

And here is how to make wild rice in the oven

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients and Equipment For this recipe, you'll need:

• 1 cup wild rice
• 2 cups water or broth
• 1-2 tablespoons butter or oil (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• A 2-quart baking dish with a lid

Step 2: Rinse the Wild Rice Rinse the wild rice in a fine-mesh sieve under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.

Step 3: Preheat the Oven Preheat your oven to 350°F.

Step 4: Combine the Ingredients In the baking dish, combine the wild rice, water or broth, butter or oil (if using), and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 5: Bake the Wild Rice Cover the baking dish with a lid or foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake the wild rice for 45-60 minutes, or until it is tender and has absorbed all of the liquid.

Step 6: Fluff and Serve Remove the baking dish from the oven and fluff the wild rice with a fork. Serve the wild rice as is, or use it as a base for a variety of dishes such as stir-fries, salads, soups, and casseroles. Enjoy!