Coca Cola Rice
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavor-packed Coca Cola Rice recipe—an unexpected twist on classic rice dishes! This unique creation features fluffy long-grain or basmati rice infused with the caramel sweetness of Coca-Cola, balanced by savory notes of soy sauce, sautéed onions, and garlic. A quick 10-minute prep leads to perfectly cooked, aromatic rice in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal side dish for busy schedules. Garnished with fresh green onions, this dish delivers a delightful harmony of sweet and savory flavors that pair beautifully with grilled meats, spicy entrees, or stir-fries. Perfect for adventurous home cooks, Coca Cola Rice is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite for your dinner table. Keywords: Coca Cola Rice, sweet and savory rice, quick side dish, unique rice recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice (long-grain or basmati)
- 1 cup Coca-Cola (regular, not diet)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium saucepan or skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until melted.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the rinsed rice and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to lightly toast the rice.
Pour in the Coca-Cola and water, then add soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to steam.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.8 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1946 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.9 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*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.
