Description
Savory Onion Butter Jasmine Rice is a flavorful dish that elevates any meal with its fluffy texture and rich taste from caramelized onions and butter.
Ingredients
- Jasmine rice: 1 cup (about 200 grams)
- Butter: 2 tablespoons (30 grams)
- Yellow onions: 2 medium, thinly sliced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Vegetable broth: 2 cups (480 ml)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients, rinsing the jasmine rice, slicing the onions, and mincing the garlic.
- Slice the yellow onions thinly to help them caramelize evenly.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook until golden, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add the rinsed jasmine rice and stir to coat.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and season to taste.
Notes
- For added nutrition, consider adding vegetables like peas, carrots, or spinach.
- Experiment with herbs and spices to adjust flavor profiles to your liking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Savory Onion Butter Jasmine Rice, Rice Recipe, Side Dish, Vegetarian