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Herby Garlic Seasoned Rice Recipe

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Herby Garlic Seasoned Rice is a flavorful and aromatic side dish made with long grain rice cooked in seasoned chicken or vegetable stock, infused with fresh garlic, coriander, and parsley. This easy stovetop recipe is perfect for a light, healthy accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

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Rice and Seasoning

  • 1 cup (190g) uncooked long grain rice, rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic (or 2 cloves, crushed)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons finely chopped coriander
  • 1 ½ tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • Pinch of black pepper

Liquid and Cooking Aid

  • 2 cups (480ml) chicken or vegetable stock
  • Low calorie cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare the saucepan: Spray a deep saucepan with low-calorie cooking spray to prevent sticking and to lightly sauté the garlic.
  2. Infuse the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and fry it for about one minute over medium heat to release its aroma and flavor into the oil.
  3. Add and fry the rice: Stir in the rinsed rice and fry it until it becomes slightly translucent, which helps to coat the grains and enhances texture.
  4. Add stock and herbs: Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, then add the finely chopped parsley, coriander, and a pinch of black pepper. Stir briefly to combine.
  5. Cook the rice: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the saucepan with a lid. Let it cook for about 13 minutes until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Steam and finish: Turn off the heat but keep the saucepan covered for an additional 10 minutes to allow the rice to steam and become tender.
  7. Fluff and serve: Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains. The herby garlic rice is ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice before cooking helps remove excess starch for fluffier rice.
  • You can substitute vegetable stock to make the recipe vegetarian.
  • The low-calorie spray reduces added fats, making this a light side dish.
  • Gently frying the rice before adding liquid helps improve texture and flavor.
  • Resting the rice covered after cooking allows the steam to finish cooking and helps prevent it from being sticky.

Keywords: herby garlic rice, seasoned rice, garlic rice, flavored rice, stovetop rice, healthy rice side, coriander rice, parsley rice

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