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Flavorful Herby Garlic Rice

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A quick and easy herby garlic rice recipe that is flavorful, comforting, and perfect as a side dish for any meal. Ready in just 35 minutes using simple ingredients like garlic, fresh herbs, butter, and broth.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (285 g) long-grain white rice
  • 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 cups (710 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well. (3 minutes)
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Add the rinsed rice and salt. Stir once, reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18 minutes without lifting the lid.
  3. While the rice cooks, heat butter and olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté gently for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and just starting to turn golden. Avoid burning the garlic. (3 minutes)
  4. Stir in chopped fresh parsley into the skillet with garlic. Cook for 1 more minute to wilt the herbs and release aroma. Remove from heat. (1 minute)
  5. Once the rice is done and tender with no visible liquid, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Quickly fold in the garlic-herb butter mixture and freshly ground black pepper. Mix gently to coat evenly. (2 minutes)
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper as needed. Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness. (1 minute)
  7. Serve immediately as a fragrant, flavorful side dish.

Notes

To prevent garlic from burning, cook over medium-low heat and stir frequently. Use broth instead of water for more flavor. Rinse rice thoroughly to avoid gummy texture. Fluff rice gently with a fork to keep grains separate. For dairy-free, substitute butter with neutral oil like avocado or coconut oil. Fresh herbs like basil or tarragon can be used as alternatives. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy twist.

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