Easy Garlic Rice Recipe
Overview:
π Total Time: 45 minutes
π½οΈ Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 | Onion |
| 3 | Garlic cloves |
| 1 cup | Long grain rice |
| 2 cups | Chicken broth |
| 1/2 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 1/4 cup | Fresh parsley, chopped |
Instructions:
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Saute Onions & Garlic:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic cloves.
- Saute until they turn golden and fragrant.
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Cook Rice:
- Stir in 1 cup of long grain rice, ensuring it gets coated with the oil.
- Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme and 1 bay leaf for flavor.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
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Simmer:
- Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer gently for about 25 minutes.
- Occasionally stir the rice after 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Continue simmering until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
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Finish & Serve:
- Remove the bay leaf from the rice.
- Stir in 1/4 cup of freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the Easy Garlic Rice hot as a delicious side dish to complement chicken or any main course.
Tips & Substitutions:
- Garlic Flakes Variation: If fresh garlic is not available, substitute with 2 1/2 teaspoons of roasted dry garlic flakes for a similar flavor.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 264.2
- Fat: 7.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 379.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 41.1g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 1.6g
- Protein: 6.3g
Recipe Tags:
Rice, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Enjoy your Easy Garlic Rice! πβ¨
