Garlic Brown Rice Two Cook Methods
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful Garlic Brown Rice recipe, featuring two easy cooking methods—stovetop or rice cooker—perfectly tailored to your kitchen preferences. This recipe combines nutty, nutrient-packed brown rice with the irresistible aroma of sautéed garlic and a hint of olive oil for a dish that's both wholesome and indulgent. Whether you prefer to toast the rice on the stovetop for a rich, robust flavor or let the rice cooker effortlessly do the work, the results are always tender, fluffy, and brimming with garlicky goodness. Ready in just under an hour with simple pantry staples, this versatile rice pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or as a hearty base for bowls. Don’t forget the optional parsley garnish for a fresh pop of color and flavor! Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this recipe is a must-try for garlic lovers and rice enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Rinse the brown rice under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
3. Add the rinsed brown rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains in the garlic and oil mixture. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
4. Add the water and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine, then increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
6. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, season with black pepper, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
### Rice Cooker Method ###
1. Rinse the brown rice under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.
2. In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
3. Transfer the rinsed rice and cooked garlic to the rice cooker. Add the water and salt, and stir to combine.
4. Close the rice cooker lid, select the 'brown rice' setting, and start the cooking process.
5. Once the rice cooker signals that cooking is complete, allow the rice to rest in the keep-warm setting for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, season with black pepper, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1208 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 148 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.
