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.
Easy Rice Pilaf! Made with long grain white rice, onion, celery, and stock. Takes only 30 minutes! Great side dish for chicken, pork, or steak. Trying to get a recipe out of my mother is like pulling teeth.