Garlic Rice

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: rice

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 20

Resting Time: 10

Total Time: 35

Servings: people

Calories: 323kcal

Author: Platings and Pairings

Ordinary white rice is transformed into the best savory side dish in this Garlic Rice recipe! Super fluffy and loaded with garlic and butter, one taste and you’ll never settle for blah rice again.

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Equipment

Large Saucepan

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon olive oil
4 Tablespoons butter divided
4 cloves garlic peeled and thinly sliced
2 cups white rice
3 cups chicken broth or bone broth
½ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
1 Tablespoon flat leaf parsley minced

Instructions

In a large sauce pan, heat the olive oil and 2 TBSP butter over medium high heat. Once the butter has melted, add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until it turns golden and becomes fragrant.
Add the rice and toast the grains for 1 minute, until it becomes translucent.
Add the broth and salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes, until the rice is tender.
Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork then stir in the remaining butter and parsley. Season with additional salt, to taste. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing and Reheating

Once the leftover garlic rice has cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze the leftovers to keep them longer, but the texture may change slightly upon thawing.
To reheat, warm the rice in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or reheat it gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.

Mix-In Ideas

Add veggies – Boost the nutritional value and flavor by sautéing extra vegetables along with the garlic, such as diced onions, bell peppers, carrots, mushrooms, or peas. You can also wilt leafy greens like spinach or kale into the rice during the final minutes of cooking.
Make it a meal with meat – Mix in cooked meats such as shredded chicken, shrimp, crumbled sausage, thinly sliced steak, shredded turkey, or diced ham for a quick and satisfying meal-in-one.
Try plant-based proteins – Alternatively, ditch the meat and stir in your favorite plant-based proteins, like baked tofu, fried tempeh, beans, chickpeas, or toasted nuts.
Experiment with flavor – Try adding a splash of soy sauce for an Asian-inspired twist, stir in a pinch of cayenne, paprika, or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, or add some freshly chopped herbs like chives or cilantro for a burst of freshness.

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