Rice with Caramelized Shallots from Melissa D Arabian

Transform your everyday side dish into a showstopper with Melissa d’Arabian’s Rice with Caramelized Shallots. This elegant yet simple recipe combines fluffy long-grain white rice with deeply golden, buttery caramelized shallots for a rich, savory-sweet flavor that elevates every bite. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of sugar, salt, and black pepper, the dish strikes a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just under 40 minutes and garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, this versatile side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or your favorite main courses. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or sprucing up a weeknight meal, this easy recipe is sure to impress. Keywords: caramelized shallots, rice side dish, Melissa d’Arabian recipe, easy gourmet recipe, flavor-packed rice.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 4 large shallots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring the water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a boil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed. Remove the rice from heat, keeping the lid on, and let it sit for 5 minutes to steam.

Step 3

While the rice cooks, peel and thinly slice the shallots into rings.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the shallots and stir to coat them evenly in the oil-butter mixture.

Step 5

Sprinkle the shallots with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes, or until the shallots are deep golden brown and caramelized. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.

Step 6

Once the shallots are caramelized, remove the skillet from heat and stir in the black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 7

Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, then transfer it to a serving bowl or platter. Spoon the caramelized shallots over the rice, spreading them evenly.

Step 8

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	778.5

Total Fat 40.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 2475.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 10.6g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 131.0mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 753.9mg	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: 46.3%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 48.3%