Description
A simple and flavorful garlic butter rice recipe that makes the perfect side dish for any meal. This recipe combines aromatic garlic sautéed in butter with tender rice cooked in savory broth, delivering a comforting and delicious accompaniment easily prepared on the stovetop.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and gently sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to let the garlic brown to avoid bitterness.
- Add Rice: Stir in the rice, coating each grain thoroughly with the garlic butter mixture. This step helps toasting the rice slightly and infuses it with flavor.
- Cook Rice: Pour in the chicken broth and add salt. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Simmer: Let the rice simmer gently for 15-18 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to keep steam trapped inside.
- Fluff and Serve: Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, uncover and fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.
Notes
- Use broth instead of water for a richer flavor.
- Do not brown the garlic; it should be sautéed gently to keep a mild, sweet flavor.
- Letting the rice rest covered after cooking helps improve texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil.