Description
Golden Onion Butter Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that elevates any meal. This easy-to-make side features fragrant sautéed onions combined with buttery long-grain rice, creating a vibrant golden hue that delights the senses. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with a variety of proteins and vegetables. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll have a crowd-pleaser on your table in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium sweet onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, like parsley or thyme)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the rinsed rice, stirring to coat in the butter.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- After cooking, turn off heat and let sit covered for another 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg