Herbed Brown Rice Recipe
Description:
Herbed Brown Rice is a simple and quick dish that pairs wonderfully with continental meals. It involves sautéing garlic and onions, then adding oregano, thyme, and red chili flakes to the rice. The flavors come together beautifully for a light, aromatic side dish.
Cuisine: Continental
Course: Side Dish
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups brown rice
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3 teaspoons oregano
- 3 teaspoons rosemary
- 4 teaspoons red chili flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, as needed
- Water, as needed
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
- Rinse the brown rice and soak it in 2 ½ cups of water for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add onions to the cooker and cook until golden brown.
- Once the onions are browned, add the soaked brown rice, water, red chili flakes, oregano, rosemary, and salt. Mix well.
- Close the cooker and cook for 3 whistles. Reduce heat and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.
- Open the cooker, fluff the rice, and serve hot.
This Herbed Brown Rice can be served alongside chicken curry with sweet potatoes and your favorite salad for a delicious, well-rounded meal.
