Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice (e.g., jasmine or basmati)
- 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well.
- Sauté Garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Rice: Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat it with the butter and garlic.
- Add Liquid & Cook: Pour in the water or broth and add salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Rest & Fluff: Turn off the heat and let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.
- Add Butter & Garnish: Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley and black pepper (if using). Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Make it a full meal by adding sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or shredded chicken.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (approx.)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Protein: 3.2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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