Brown Rice with Sesame Seeds
Elevate your mealtime with the nutty, aromatic flavors of Brown Rice with Sesame Seeds—a wholesome and satisfying dish that's both simple and versatile. This recipe features fluffy brown rice infused with rich sesame oil and savory soy sauce, then topped with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a delightful crunch and burst of freshness. Perfect as a nutritious side dish or a light main course, this recipe is vegan-friendly, packed with whole grains, and brimming with umami. With just a few pantry staples and minimal prep time, you can create a comforting, restaurant-quality dish in under an hour. Perfect for meal prepping, weeknight dinners, or complementing your favorite stir-fry, this bowl of goodness is as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 40 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Meanwhile, toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Set aside once fragrant and golden brown.
When the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the sesame oil and soy sauce to evenly coat the grains.
Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top for garnish.
Serve warm as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.7 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1784 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 239 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
