Scallion Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavor-packed Scallion Rice recipe. Featuring fluffy, perfectly steamed long-grain white rice, this dish is infused with the bold, aromatic essence of sautéed scallions lightly cooked in neutral oil. A touch of soy sauce adds a savory kick, while optional toasted sesame seeds lend a nutty garnish for extra depth and texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect as a standalone side or a fragrant base for stir-fries, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, Scallion Rice is a quick, easy, and satisfying addition to any meal. Perfectly balanced and endlessly adaptable, it’s your new go-to for effortless weeknight dinners or crowd-pleasing gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil (like vegetable or canola oil)
- 4 stalks scallions (green onions), thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures fluffy rice.
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
While the rice cooks, heat the neutral oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced scallions to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened. Be careful not to burn them.
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it gently with a fork and transfer it to a serving bowl.
Drizzle the sautéed scallions and any remaining oil over the rice, stirring gently to combine.
If desired, drizzle soy sauce over the rice for added flavor, and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for garnish.
Serve warm as a side dish or a base for stir-fries, grilled meats, or veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2147 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 260 mg | 6% | |
*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.
