Rice With Caramelized Shallots from Melissa D’arabian

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 9

Rice With Caramelized Shallots

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

206

Sugar

Fat

Rice With Caramelized Shallots is a flavorful side dish prepared by mixing rice with caramelized shallots. It is an easy-to-make recipe that requires few ingredients. This dish has a mildly nutty flavor and will go well with grilled meats like chicken and fish. Moreover, the dish can be prepared in large quantities and refrigerated for later use. This makes it ideal for meal prep for the week or to be served at parties. The dish is definitely a must-try for rice lovers.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2.	Add the shallot and cook, stirring occasionally until they begin to brown and caramelize, for about 10 minutes.
3.	Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat with the shallots and butter.
4.	Cook for about 1 minute to toast the rice slightly.
5.	Add the white wine and let it cook until most of the wine has evaporated.
6.	Add the chicken stock, water, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt and stir to combine.
7.	Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan.
8.	Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

PROS

This dish is simple to prepare and makes a perfect side dish.

The caramelized shallots give flavor to the rice.

CONS

This dish has mostly carbs and salt.

It lacks protein and may not be satisfying as a full meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice provides a decent amount of carbohydrates for energy, while the caramelized shallots are a good source of vitamins and minerals like vitamin C and iron.

	1 tablespoon butter
	1 shallot , finely sliced ( I would use two ( or more )
	1 cup long-grain white rice
	kosher salt
	1/4 cup white wine
	1 cup chicken stock
	1 cup water