Description
Fluffy, buttery garlic rice infused with aromatic onions, warm spices, and bright herbs. A weeknight-perfect side dish that pairs beautifully with proteins or vegetables.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
6 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Rinse rice under cool water for 1-2 minutes until water runs mostly clear
Dice onion into small cubes and mince garlic
Heat butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat
Sear onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute
Add rice and stir to toast slightly
Pour in broth and stir to combine
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and turmeric
Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes
Remove from heat, fluff rice with a fork, and stir in parsley and lemon juice
Notes
Rinsing rice ensures fluffy results
Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
Let rice rest for 6-8 minutes after cooking for optimal texture
Substitute rice with被执行人 or quinoa if preferred
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of pilaf
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg