Rice with Onions Garlic and Herbs
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Rice with Onions, Garlic, and Herbs recipe! Featuring tender, fluffy long-grain white rice infused with the rich flavors of sautéed onions and garlic, this dish is simmered in savory chicken or vegetable stock for an extra layer of depth. Fresh parsley and thyme add a vibrant herbal touch, while a buttery olive oil blend ensures every bite is perfectly luscious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or for serving alongside your favorite proteins. It's the perfect way to transform simple pantry staples into a warm, aromatic delight that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then set it aside to drain.
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt completely.
Add the diced onion to the saucepan and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains in the oil and butter mixture. Toast the rice for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, and stir in the salt and black pepper. 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 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and fluff up.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the cooked rice along with the thyme leaves.
Fluff the rice with a fork, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a delicious side dish or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.3 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 4167 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 450 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.
