Irresistible Garlic Herb Rice Recipe in Just 20 Minutes
A flavorful and aromatic rice dish infused with garlic and herbs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Heat butter or olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in water or broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs if available for a stronger flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of butter after cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg