Vegetarian White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds
Elevate your everyday meals with this simple yet flavor-packed Vegetarian White Rice with Toasted Sesame Seeds. This recipe transforms fluffy white rice into a fragrant, nutty delight thanks to the addition of toasted sesame oil and golden sesame seeds. Perfect as a versatile side dish or a base for your favorite vegetarian mains, this dish is ready in under 30 minutes, including a quick prep time. With optional scallion garnish for a vibrant touch, this recipe offers a satisfying blend of textures and a subtle, earthy aroma. It's a must-try for those seeking an easy, healthy, and delicious twist on plain rice.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 2 stalks scallions (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the white rice in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps the rice cook to a fluffy texture.
Step 2
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-17 minutes without lifting the lid. The rice should absorb all the water by the end of the cooking time.
Step 4
While the rice cooks, heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds and toast them, stirring constantly, until they turn golden brown and aromatic, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer them to a small bowl to prevent burning.
Step 5
Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming. Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
Step 6
Drizzle the toasted sesame oil over the rice and gently fold it in to coat the grains evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the rice and mix lightly. Optionally, garnish with thinly sliced scallions for a pop of color and flavor.
Step 8
Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for other vegetarian mains. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (691.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 357.3 |
| Total Fat 15.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1207.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.0g | |
| Protein 8.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 68.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 176.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories