Kittencal’s Browned White Rice With Garlic and Onion

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3

Kittencal's Browned White Rice With Garlic and Onion

by The Chefin Side

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups long-grain white rice
	3 tablespoons oil
	1/4 cup finely chopped onion
	3 large garlic cloves , finely chopped
	3 cups hot water
	1 cup hot chicken stock ( or use 4 cups all water or broth )
	1 teaspoon salt
	fresh ground black pepper ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

174

Sugar

0 g

Fat

7 g

Kittencal's Browned White Rice With Garlic and Onion is a delicious and flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. The recipe combines fluffy white rice with aromatic garlic and onion, cooked to perfection with oil, salt, and black pepper. The browning process adds a unique flavor and texture to the rice and using chicken stock instead of water adds extra flavor to the dish. This recipe serves as an easy and cost-effective way to add variety to your meal planning, and the rice can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for later use.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in a fine strainer under cold water; drain well.
2.	In a medium saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
3.	Add the onion; sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
4.	Add garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
5.	Add rice; sauté, stirring frequently until rice turns a light brown color (about 8-12 minutes).
6.	Add water, chicken stock (if using), salt, and black pepper to taste.
7.	Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover with a tight-fitting lid.
8.	Simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
9.	Remove from heat and let stand for 5-10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

PROS

This recipe is simple to follow and produces flavorful, fluffy rice with a light crisp texture.

Ideal for accompanying any main meal and can easily be adapted to include various herbs, spices or vegetables of your choice.

CONS

This recipe does not require many ingredients but does require patience and a watchful eye.
The rice should be stirred frequently to ensure browning but not overcooked, which can be time-consuming.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

White rice is a good source of complex carbohydrates and is low in fat, sodium, and sugar. It also contains some essential B vitamins and is gluten-free, which makes it ideal for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. Garlic and onion provide additional nutritional benefits, including antioxidants, aiding in digestive health, and reducing inflammation.