Sesame Rice with Scallions
Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavor-packed Sesame Rice with Scallions. Fluffy white rice is infused with nutty toasted sesame oil, a hint of soy sauce, and garnished with fresh, zesty scallions for a dish that perfectly balances savory and aromatic notes. Crunchy toasted sesame seeds add texture and a rich, earthy depth to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is an ideal companion to your favorite Asian-inspired mains, like teriyaki chicken or stir-fried tofu. Whether you're crafting a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant centerpiece for entertaining, this versatile sesame rice is sure to impress. Perfect for rice lovers seeking a fragrant, umami-packed dish that’s incredibly easy to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks scallions (green onions), thinly sliced
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
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, and let simmer for 15-18 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
While the rice is cooking, toast the sesame seeds. Place them in a dry skillet over medium heat and stir frequently for 2-3 minutes until golden and aromatic. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the rice has cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff the rice with a fork.
In the same saucepan, drizzle the sesame oil over the rice and gently stir to coat the grains evenly.
Add the soy sauce, toasted sesame seeds, and sliced scallions to the rice. Mix gently to combine all the flavors.
Serve warm as a versatile side dish with your favorite Asian-inspired mains or grilled proteins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.4 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1477 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 232 mg | 5% | |
*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.
