Description
Flavorful rice recipes are a delightful way to elevate simple grains into a culinary masterpiece. This easy-to-follow recipe combines long grain rice with aromatic vegetables and spices, creating a dish that’s perfect for any occasion?from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Each bite is packed with vibrant flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot, saut? onion in oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice and toast for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season as desired.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Saut?ing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg