Buttery Onion Rice Side
This easy and comforting Buttery Onion Rice is a perfect side dish that's simple to make with just a few humble ingredients. It's ready in under 30 minutes (active time), pairs beautifully with many main courses, and is packed with cozy, delicious flavor.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Fork for fluffing
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups long-grain rice white long-grain, Basmati or Jasmine also work
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil helps prevent butter from burning
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced, fresh is best
- 3 cups broth chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for finishing
Instructions
- Place the medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the butter and olive oil and let the butter melt and get bubbly.
- Toss in the finely chopped onion. Stir and cook gently until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan. Stir it in with the onions and cook for one more minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the long-grain rice to the saucepan. Stir really well to coat every grain in the buttery oil mixture. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to toast the rice slightly.
- Pour in the broth. Add the salt and black pepper. Give everything a good stir to combine, and then bring the mixture up to a boil.
- Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low, just barely simmering. Pop the lid on the saucepan tightly. Let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice looks tender.
- When the time is up, take the saucepan completely off the heat. Leave the lid on and let it sit, undisturbed, for 5 minutes. This resting period is important for fluffy rice.
- Remove the lid after the rest. Gently fluff the rice up with a fork to separate the grains.
- Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
Notes
This recipe makes about 4-6 side dish servings. It is easily doubled in a larger pot. Ensure the onion is finely chopped for best results. Toasting the rice slightly improves texture. Maintain a low simmer during cooking and do not skip the 5-minute rest period off the heat for perfectly fluffy rice. The recipe is vegetarian if vegetable broth is used. Brown rice requires significant adjustments to liquid and time and is not recommended for this specific recipe ratio. Best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated gently with a splash of water or broth.