Butter Rice
Indulge in the simple yet irresistible flavors of Butter Rice, a classic side dish that’s quick to prepare and rich in taste. This recipe features fluffy, long-grain white rice infused with velvety unsalted butter for a luxurious texture and seasoned with a hint of salt and black pepper for a perfectly balanced flavor. With just 5 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of hands-off cooking, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or as a complement to your favorite main courses. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy Butter Rice as an easy, versatile addition to any meal. Perfectly paired with savory proteins, roasted vegetables, or hearty stews, this recipe is your go-to for a crowd-pleasing, comforting side. Keywords: Butter Rice Recipe, easy rice side dish, fluffy seasoned rice, buttered rice, quick side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch, which can make the rice sticky.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
Place the saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Allow the rice to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 more minutes. This allows the rice to steam and become fluffy.
Meanwhile, in a small pan or in the saucepan with rice, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Once the rice is done steaming, uncover it and add the melted butter. Fluff the rice gently with a fork to evenly distribute the butter.
Season the rice with black pepper and taste to see if additional salt is needed.
For an optional touch of color and flavor, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Serve the butter rice hot as a side dish alongside your favorite main courses.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 493 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 40 mg | 1% | |
*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.
