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Brown Butter and Pecan Basmati Rice

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of basmati rice
  • 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp pecan pieces
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley
  • Sea Salt and Freshly Cracked Pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Heat the chicken broth in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the basmati rice and bring to a boil. Cover with a lid and cook UNDISTURBED for 20 minutes, per instructions.
  2. Remove the pot from the heat, without removing the lid, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, brown the butter in a large skillet, watching it carefully, for 1-2 minutes, until you smell a nutty aroma and it becomes golden brown. Remove from the heat. 
  4. Add the pecan pieces, cooked rice, fresh parsley, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper, to taste.
  5. Toss until evenly coated then taste and re-season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately. Enjoy.