Low Fat Java Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and nutritious Low Fat Java Rice recipe! Perfect for health-conscious home cooks, this dish combines nutty brown rice with fragrant spices like turmeric and paprika to create a bold, earthy flavor profile without the extra calories. A touch of low-sodium soy sauce enhances the savory notes, while sautéed onions and garlic add depth and aroma. Finished with freshly chopped parsley, this colorful rice pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or roasted vegetables, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s a wholesome, easy-to-make option that’s packed with flavor and ideal for meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown Rice
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
- 0.5 medium, diced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice to the boiling water, cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and all the water has been absorbed.
While the rice is cooking, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground turmeric, paprika, low-sodium soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to the onion and garlic mixture, stirring to combine. Cook for another minute to allow the spices to bloom.
Once the rice is done, add it to the skillet with the spice mixture. Toss to coat the rice evenly with the spices and to ensure a uniform color.
Cook the combined mixture for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and any excess moisture to evaporate.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the rice, gently folding it in to distribute evenly.
Serve the Low Fat Java Rice warm as a side dish to your favorite protein or vegetable main.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
426 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 447 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.
