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Garlic Butter Rice

This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
resting time
10 mins
Total Time
29 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 269 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter 45g
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup long grain rice 190g
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth or water, 360g
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped parsley to serve

Instructions

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  1. Finely chop garlic (preferably with a knife and not a garlic press).
  2. Melt the butter in a medium pot. When hot add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for about 30-60 seconds, until all the rice grains are coated in butter.
  4. Add the broth, close the pot with a lid (preferably transparent), bring to a boil then reduce the temperature to low and cook for 14 minutes.
  5. Take the pot off the heat and leave it (covered) to rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  7. Serve topped with chopped parsley.
  8. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Calories = 1 serving (1/4 of the recipe). This is only an estimate!

Nutrition Information

Calories 269kcal (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269

% Daily Value*

Calories 269kcal 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.