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Garlic Butter Rice

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πŸ§„ This Garlic Butter Rice recipe offers a rich, flavorful side dish that pairs well with many cuisines from Western to Mediterranean.
🍚 Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it delivers a buttery, garlicky taste and crispy garlic topping for great texture.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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68 cloves garlic

23 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil

2 Β½ teaspoons minced garlic

4 tablespoons butter

1 Β½ cups long grain white rice

2 Β½ cups broth

ΒΌ to Β½ cup sliced green onions

Salt to taste

Instructions

1-Start by heating the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, then add the sliced garlic and sautΓ© it constantly until it turns golden and crisp. Once done, remove the garlic slices and drain them on paper towels to keep that crunchy texture.

2-Next, pour out any excess oil, return the pan to the heat, and melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 Β½ minutes until it’s lightly golden and full of buttery flavor. Stir in the rice to coat it evenly with this mixture, then pour in the broth for a flavorful base.

3-Cover the pan, bring everything to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it cook for 12 to 15 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, keep the lid on, and let the rice rest for 10 minutes to steam perfectly. Finally, fluff the rice with a fork, transfer it to a bowl, and mix in the remaining butter and green onions as a garnish for added freshness. This method results in a dish ready in about 5 minutes prep and 15 minutes cooking, ideal for party hosts needing a quick side.

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Notes

πŸ§„ Keep garlic slices whole or crumble for added texture.
🌿 Use sliced green onions for freshness and color.
🧈 Adjust garlic and butter amounts to personalize flavor intensity.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: SautΓ©ing and Simmering
  • Cuisine: Versatile (Western, Asian, Mexican, Mediterranean)
  • Diet: Contains Dairy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 374 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 642 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 58 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg