Description
Garlic Butter Rice is a simple yet flavorful side dish that elevates any meal. This aromatic dish features fluffy, long-grain rice infused with rich, golden butter and the warm essence of freshly minced garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, Garlic Butter Rice complements a variety of main courses, from grilled chicken to roasted vegetables. With easy-to-follow steps and just a handful of ingredients, even novice cooks can create this delightful dish in under 30 minutes. Experience the irresistible combination of buttery richness and garlicky goodness that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (Basmati or Jasmine preferred)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and sauté 3 minced garlic cloves until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed rice until well-coated, then add 2 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (195g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg