Almost Instant Onion Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 1

Almost Instant Onion Rice recipe for a quick side dish

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

205

Sugar

Fat

Almost Instant Onion Rice is a quick and easy side dish that can be made in just 10 minutes. This recipe uses instant brown rice, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights. The onion soup mix adds delicious flavor to the rice, while the chopped parsley provides a pop of color and added health benefits. Serve this dish alongside grilled chicken, steak, or fish for a complete and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in cold water to remove any excess starch.
2.	In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add in the rice, butter, onion soup mix, and pepper.
3.	Stir to combine and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
4.	Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed.
5.	Remove from heat and let the rice sit for 5 minutes.
6.	Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in the chopped parsley.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This rice dish is quick and easy to make, taking only 10 minutes from start to finish.

The onion soup mix adds delicious flavor to the dish, making it a great side for any meal.

CONS

Instant rice is not as nutritious as brown rice that requires a longer cooking time.

This dish is also high in sodium due to the use of onion soup mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While instant brown rice may not be as nutritious as other varieties, it is still a good source of fiber and complex carbohydrates.
The addition of parsley to the dish also provides a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin K and vitamin C.

	2 1/2 cups instant brown rice , white instant is fine
	2 1/2 cups water
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 envelope onion soup mix
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	1 tablespoon chopped parsley