Description
Elevate your meals with this easy, fluffy rice recipe that transforms any dish into a gourmet experience. Perfectly cooked long-grain rice provides a delightful balance of flavor and texture, making it an ideal side for spicy curries, savory stir-fries, or even breakfast bowls. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress your family and guests alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (Basmati or Jasmine recommended)
- 2 cups low-sodium broth or water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine rinsed rice, broth or water, salt, and olive oil/butter.
- Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until all liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg