Long Grain and Wild Rice Mix
Elevate your side dish game with this aromatic and hearty Long Grain and Wild Rice Mix, a perfect blend of textures and earthy flavors. Featuring tender long-grain white rice paired with nutty wild rice, this recipe is simmered to perfection in a savory broth infused with dried thyme, garlic powder, and onion powder for a comforting, herbaceous flair. Lightly toasted in butter before cooking, the rice achieves a subtle, nutty depth that’s both satisfying and versatile. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is an effortless yet elegant option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and serve it as a warm, fluffy side dish or a robust base for proteins like grilled chicken, salmon, or tofu. With simple ingredients and bold flavors, this rice mix will become your go-to recipe for easy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 0.5 cup wild rice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the long-grain white rice and wild rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve to remove any excess starch or debris.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the rinsed rice blends and sauté for 1-2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and coated in the butter.
Add the chicken or vegetable broth, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and let the rice simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the rice to steam and fluff up.
Using a fork, gently fluff the rice and mix it to evenly distribute the flavors.
Transfer the rice mix to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for your favorite proteins and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 3775 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 460 mg | 10% | |
*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.
