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Herb and garlic rice.
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Garlic and Herb Rice

Garlic and herb rice is an easy side dish that’s way better than plain rice! It’s also a good way to use up leftover fresh herbs.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time27 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil, optional
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth, or vegetable broth
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • TOAST: Melt butter or olive oil over medium heat in a small but heavy sauce pot. Add rice and toast for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grains are lightly golden brown.
  • SIMMER: Add chicken broth, garlic, herbs, and salt to the pot. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a low simmer. Cover and cook for 17 minutes until rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
  • STEAM: Once all the liquid has been absorbed, remove the pot from heat. Fluff the rice with a fork. Cover the pot again to steam for 10 minutes off heat.
  • SERVE: Serve as a side dish or in a rice bowl.

Notes

  • Substitute for any fresh herbs. 
  • Substitute chicken broth for vegetable broth.
  • Allow rice to cool completely, and store in an airtight container to prevent it from drying out. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • To reheat, add a splash of water or broth and reheat in the microwave.
  • Rice cooker directions: Add all ingredients to your rice cooker, cover, and hit start! Be sure to adjust the amount of liquid according to your brand of rice cooker.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 912mgPotassium: 83mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 127IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg