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Rich and Savory Golden Onion Butter Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Rich and Savory Golden Onion Butter Rice recipe features perfectly cooked long-grain rice infused with caramelized onions, garlic, and butter, delivering a flavorful and comforting side dish. Enhanced by fresh parsley, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for pairing with a variety of main courses and can be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth.

Ingredients

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Rice and Broth

  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Fats

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions: In a medium saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Toast Rice: Stir in the rice, and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast it lightly, ensuring a nutty flavor and preventing sogginess.
  4. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth, then add salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  5. Simmer Rice: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Rest and Fluff: Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the rice for a fresh, herbaceous finish, and serve warm as a delicious side dish.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Adjust salt according to dietary preference.
  • Ensure to toast the rice properly in step 3 to develop extra flavor and improve texture.
  • Letting the rice rest after cooking helps achieve fluffy, tender grains.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 20 mg

Find it online: https://littlespoonbites.com/rich-and-savory-golden-onion-butter-rice-recipe/