Description
A comforting, versatile side dish with savory broth, toasted rice, and tender vegetables. This easy recipe delivers fluffy, flavorful grains perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
2 cups long-grain white rice (e.g., Basmati or Jasmine), rinsed
2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup carrots or mushrooms, diced (optional)
4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried parsley or thyme
1 bay leaf
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add butter or oil and sauté onion until tender, about 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and rice, toasting for 2–3 minutes until rice is fragrant and slightly golden.
Add carrots or mushrooms (if using) and cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in broth, season with herbs and bay leaf, then bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Rinse rice thoroughly to remove excess starch for fluffy results
For a richer flavor, use homemade broth
Storage: Cool completely, then refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 months
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg