Rice with Lemongrass and Green Onion
Elevate your weeknight meals with this aromatic Rice with Lemongrass and Green Onion recipe, a simple yet flavor-packed side dish that perfectly complements a variety of mains. Infused with the citrusy notes of fresh lemongrass and the savory warmth of sautéed garlic and green onions, this recipe transforms fluffy jasmine rice into an irresistible dish bursting with Southeast Asian-inspired flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep and minimal ingredients, including vibrant green onion tops and optional garnishes like cilantro or sesame seeds for a final flourish, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying to eat. Serve it alongside grilled meats, stir-fried vegetables, or enjoy it on its own for a fragrant, comforting meal that makes rice anything but ordinary.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jasmine rice
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 large stalk Lemongrass stalk
- 2 stalks Green onions (scallions)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Optional garnish: chopped cilantro or toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the lemongrass by trimming the ends, peeling away the tough outer layers, and lightly bruising the stalk with the back of a knife to release the oils. Cut the stalk into 3-4 large pieces.
Thinly slice the green onions and set aside, separating the white and green parts.
Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onions, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat it in the garlic and oil mixture.
Add the water, lemongrass pieces, and salt to the pot. Stir gently and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.
Discard the lemongrass pieces and fluff the rice with a fork.
Stir in the green parts of the green onions and serve warm. Garnish with chopped cilantro or toasted sesame seeds, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.5 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 248 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 47 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.
