Description
Garlic Butter Rice is a fragrant, buttery side dish made with long-grain rice toasted in garlic-infused butter, then simmered in broth for a flavorful and fluffy result. Perfect to accompany a variety of main dishes, this easy recipe combines simple ingredients for a comforting and delicious rice dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice (e.g., jasmine or basmati)
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Flavoring
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Set the rice aside to drain.
- Sauté Garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Toast Rice: Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan, stirring to coat the rice grains in the garlic butter. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes, ensuring it is well coated and slightly toasted for added flavor.
- Add Broth and Season: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, add salt and black pepper to taste, and stir everything together. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer Rice: Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the rice simmer for 15-18 minutes until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Rest and Fluff: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, still covered, for 5 minutes. This resting period allows the rice to steam and become fluffy. Afterward, fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a fresh, herbaceous touch, if desired. Serve the garlic butter rice warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Rinsing the rice removes excess starch, preventing it from becoming gummy.
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt content.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Fresh parsley adds color and a subtle flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For a richer flavor, you may substitute some broth with coconut milk or add a splash of lemon juice after cooking.
- Make sure to keep the heat low while simmering to avoid burning the rice.
