Dairy-Free Butter Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this luscious Dairy-Free Butter Rice, a flavorful and creamy alternative to traditional buttered rice. Made with fragrant long-grain white rice, this recipe relies on rich, velvety coconut oil to mimic the buttery essence, while garlic powder and black pepper add a savory depth of flavor. A sprinkle of fresh parsley finishes the dish with a burst of freshness, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes and naturally dairy-free, this recipe is perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions or looking to explore healthier options without compromising on taste. Serve it alongside your favorite proteins or roasted vegetables for a satisfying and versatile meal addition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir well.
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 more minutes to allow it to finish steaming.
While the rice is resting, melt the coconut oil in a small saucepan over low heat.
Once melted, stir in the garlic powder and black pepper, creating a flavorful butter substitute.
Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and pour the coconut oil mixture over the rice.
Gently stir the rice to evenly distribute the coconut oil and seasonings.
Garnish the Dairy-Free Butter Rice with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 3% | |
*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.
