The status of a fully independent state should be contrasted with that of dependent or vassal states, where a superior state has the legal authority to impose its will over the subject, or inferior, state.
plural pilafs. Learner's definition of PILAF. [count, noncount] : a dish that is made of seasoned rice and vegetables and often meat. a vegetable pilaf. a serving of rice pilaf.
1 To cook wild rice: Use 1 cup of rice to 3 cups of water. 2  Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 45 minutes. 3  Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes before serving. 4  To cook rice pilaf: For pilaf dishes, rice is sauteed in oil in order to keep the grains separate during cooking. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes before serving. 2  To cook basmati or jasmine rice: Follow the instructions for long-grained white rice. 3  To cook wild rice: Use 1 cup of rice to 3 cups of water. 4  Bring the water to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 45 minutes.