Seasoned White Rice

Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavor-packed Seasoned White Rice recipe! Perfectly fluffy and infused with aromatic garlic, warm cumin, and onion powder, this rice is anything but ordinary. Toasting the grains before simmering enhances their nutty flavor, while a blend of butter and olive oil adds richness. A hint of freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of parsley create the perfect balance of zest and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or your favorite saucy mains. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this seasoned rice will quickly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon parsley, finely chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water in a fine mesh sieve until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. This ensures a fluffier texture.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the uncooked white rice, and toast it in the saucepan for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to coat the grains in the oil and butter.

Step 5

Add the water to the pan and stir in the onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.

Step 7

After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.

Step 8

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the seasoned rice to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(681.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	456.4

Total Fat 26.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 1203.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 5.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.8mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 143.6mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 43.2%