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herbed seasoned rice on a grey plate with a large spoon set on a marble surface.

Seasoned Rice Recipe

Ajoke
This herb seasoned rice is a versatile side dish that can be made in less than 30 minutes. Made with simple ingredients, this rice dish is packed with flavor, perfect for any day of the week, and can be served with just about anything. Chicken, steak, fish, or vegetables, this rice will complement any main dish. Let me show you how to make it with my step-by-step guide.
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, British
Servings 6
Calories 329 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups uncooked white rice I used basmati rice golden sella
  • 1 Tablespoons chicken bouillon
  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • ½ cup onions finely chopped substitute with onion powder
  • 2 large garlic cloves finely chopped substitute with garlic powder
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 Tablespoon dried chives
  • Salt to taste
  • Dried green jalapeno to taste
  • 3 cups water

Instructions
 

  • Wash the rice under running cold water until the water runs clear, drain in a colander then set aside
  • Heat extra virgin olive oil in a cast iron pan on medium-high heat. Add finely chopped onions and saute until translucent and fragrant. Add chopped garlic and saute for about 30 seconds or so, keep an eye so it doesn't burn.
  • Add rinsed rice to the aromatic oil, stir for about 1 minute to toast and release its nutty flavor, add chicken bouillon, chives, parsley, salt, dried chili, and stir.
  • Add water to the rice and stir again to combine, taste, and adjust the seasoning accordingly. Place the rice on medium-high heat and bring to a rapid boil (about 5 minutes mark). Reduce the heat to medium-low and place a lid on the pot tightly, continue to simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  • Add a knob of butter to the rice and stir until melted, turn off the heat and, place the lid back on the pot, leave the rice to stand for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve as desired.

Notes

How to store cooked rice
If you have any leftover, seasoned rice, it can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to 4 days.
You can freeze this rice for up to 3 months, make sure that it is completely cooled and airtight before storing it away.

Nutrition

Calories: 329kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 36mgPotassium: 105mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg

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