Jasmine Rice with Caramelized Green Onions
Transform your ordinary weeknight dinner into a flavor-packed experience with this elegant yet simple recipe for Jasmine Rice with Caramelized Green Onions. Perfectly fluffy jasmine rice serves as the foundation, enhanced with the rich, savory sweetness of caramelized green onions, soy sauce, and a hint of brown sugar. The addition of garlic and butter lends a comforting depth, while a dash of black pepper ties it all together. This dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and slightly sweet, making it an excellent side for grilled proteins or a satisfying standalone meal. Ready in just 40 minutes and boasting approachable ingredients, this recipe is your new go-to for quick yet indulgent comfort food. Keywords: jasmine rice, caramelized green onions, easy side dish, flavorful rice recipe, quick dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 6 stalks green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky.
In a medium saucepan, add the rinsed jasmine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water begins to boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed.
While the rice cooks, heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt completely.
Once melted, add the thinly sliced green onions to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and caramelize.
Add the soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well to coat the green onions and allow the ingredients to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, taking care not to burn the garlic.
Season the caramelized green onions with black pepper and adjust salt if necessary.
Once the rice has finished cooking, fluff it with a fork. Transfer the cooked rice to a serving bowl or platter.
Spoon the caramelized green onions over the rice, spreading them evenly.
Serve the jasmine rice with caramelized green onions warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.7 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1416 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
