Vegetarian White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Elevate your everyday rice with this simple yet flavorful Vegetarian White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds recipe. Perfectly fluffy white rice is infused with the nutty aroma of toasted sesame oil and topped with golden, aromatic sesame seeds for a delightful crunch. This dish comes together in just 25 minutes and is an ideal side or base for your favorite vegetarian meals. Optional scallion garnish adds a fresh, vibrant touch, making this a visually appealing and satisfying addition to any table. Whether you're meal prepping or looking for a quick upgrade to your weeknight dinner, this recipe is an effortless way to bring bold flavors to your plate. Keywords: vegetarian white rice, toasted sesame seeds, easy rice side dish, sesame oil rice recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 stalks scallions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the white rice in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps the rice cook to a fluffy texture.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-17 minutes without lifting the lid. The rice should absorb all the water by the end of the cooking time.
While the rice cooks, heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast them, stirring constantly, until they turn golden brown and aromatic, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer them to a small bowl to prevent burning.
Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming. Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Drizzle the toasted sesame oil over the rice and gently fold it in to coat the grains evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the rice and mix lightly. Optionally, garnish with thinly sliced scallions for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for other vegetarian mains. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1207 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 177 mg | 4% | |
*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.
