Ginger Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this aromatic and subtly spiced Ginger Rice recipe, a perfect companion to a variety of mains. Featuring fragrant slices of fresh ginger sautéed in vegetable oil, this dish infuses long-grain white rice with warm, zesty notes that are both comforting and refreshing. The green onion garnish adds a pop of color and a mild bite, while the simple cook-and-steam method ensures perfectly fluffy rice every time. Ready in just 35 minutes and made with pantry-friendly ingredients, it's an easy yet flavorful option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve this ginger-infused rice alongside stir-fries, grilled meats, or curries for a deliciously balanced meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced ginger and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and slightly golden.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with the ginger and oil, sautéing for about 1 minute.
Pour in the water and add the salt. Stir once to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed.
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the rice to finish steaming and become fluffy.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork and stir in the chopped green onions.
Serve the ginger rice warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.5 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 44 mg | 1% | |
*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.
