Dairy-Free White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Elevate your ordinary white rice with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Dairy-Free White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds. Perfectly fluffy rice is infused with the nutty richness of toasted sesame oil and topped with golden, fragrant sesame seeds for an irresistible crunch. This quick and easy side dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an excellent addition to your weekly meal prep or a versatile pairing for Asian-inspired dishes. With no dairy or added complexity, this recipe is ideal for those seeking plant-based comfort food with bold, aromatic flavors. Garnished with optional scallions, it offers a pop of color and freshness that’s sure to brighten your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons raw sesame seeds
- 1 stalk scallions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Stir gently to dissolve the salt.
Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the rice simmer, covered, for 15-18 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat a small skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of raw sesame seeds.
Toast the sesame seeds, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the rice is fully cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to rest.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork and stir in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil for added flavor.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds evenly over the top.
Optionally, finely slice 1 stalk of scallions and use as a garnish for a pop of color and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.3 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1199 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
*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.
