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Easy Garlic Rice

Tired of boring rice? Try this simple garlic rice recipe for a flavorful side dish to pair with all your favorite main dishes. This easy rice recipe is a family favorite in our house, and it requires very effort.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Sides
Keyword: garlic butter rice, garlic rice, garlic rice recipe, how much rice per person, how much water for rice, how to cook rice, seasoned white rice
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 192kcal
Author: Melissa Belanger

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
  • 3 cups water
  • 3 - 4 cloves garlic smashed and peeled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan butter
  • Pinch of coarse salt

Instructions

  • Season the rice. Combine rice, water, garlic and olive oil in a large saucepan. Season with a pinch of coarse salt.
  • Cook the rice. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes.
    Remove from heat, but keep your pot covered. Let the rice to sit for about 10 more minutes to allow the remaining liquid to be absorbed into the rice.
  • Fluff and serve. Use a fork to fluff the rice and remove the garlic cloves before serving. If desired, garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro, green onion or parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin C: 0.5mg