Caramelized Onion Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this irresistibly flavorful Caramelized Onion Rice, a perfect balance of simplicity and indulgence. Featuring tender long-grain white rice infused with the sweet, golden richness of caramelized yellow onions, this recipe is a celebration of hearty, comforting flavors. Slow-cooked onions, brought to perfection with butter and olive oil, lend a deep, savory sweetness to the fluffy rice, enhanced by a touch of salt and pepper for a perfectly seasoned finish. Quick to prep and effortless to cook, this dish is ready in just under an hour and serves as a versatile accompaniment to your favorite proteins or as a standalone vegetarian delight. Add a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and serve this warm dish at your next dinner table to wow your family and guests alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 medium Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
Peel the yellow onions and slice them thinly into even half-moons.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
Add the sliced onions to the pan, stirring to coat them evenly in the butter and oil. Cook on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. This process takes 20-25 minutes. Adjust the heat as needed to prevent burning.
While the onions caramelize, bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the drained rice and a pinch of salt, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.
Once the onions are caramelized, season them with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and gently fold in the caramelized onions. Mix until the onions are evenly distributed throughout the rice.
Remove the rice from the heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or as part of your main meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.8 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2389 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 415 mg | 9% | |
*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.
