Nut-Free White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds

Elevate your mealtime with Nut-Free White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds, a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect as a side or a base for your favorite meals. This recipe features fluffy, long-grain or jasmine rice, delicately enhanced with the nutty aroma of toasted sesame seeds and a subtle drizzle of sesame oil. With no nuts in sight, it’s a safe and allergy-friendly option for all. The trick to perfectly cooked rice lies in rinsing it well and letting it steam gently for a soft, non-sticky texture. The toasted sesame seeds add a crunchy, golden finish, making this dish as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Fresh, fragrant, and versatile, this sesame-kissed rice will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice (long-grain or jasmine preferred)
• 2 cups water
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir once to ensure even seasoning.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes without removing the lid.

Step 5

After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit covered for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.

Step 6

While the rice is resting, heat a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Add the white sesame seeds and toast them, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes until they are light golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.

Step 7

Fluff the cooked rice gently with a fork and transfer it to a serving dish.

Step 8

Drizzle the toasted sesame oil evenly over the rice and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or a base for your favorite recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(704.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	403.2

Total Fat 14.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 608.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 8.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 224.3mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 154.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 59.9%