Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 2
Golden, garlicky, and perfectly buttery—Garlic Butter Rice is the ultimate budget-friendly side dish that tastes gourmet! 🍚🧄✨ This simple yet flavorful rice is infused with aromatic garlic, rich butter, and a hint of soy sauce, making it the perfect pairing for any meal or a comforting dish on its own.
Ingredients For Garlic Butter Rice
🔥 For the Garlic Butter Rice:
☑ 1 cup (200g) uncooked rice 🍚
☑ 2 cups (480ml) water 💧
☑ 2 tablespoons 🥄 unsalted butter 🧈
☑ 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 soy sauce (optional) 🥢
☑ ¼ teaspoon 🥄 black pepper (optional) 🌿
🔥 Optional Toppings:
☑ Chopped parsley 🌿
☑ Grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
☑ Fried egg 🍳
☑ Toasted sesame seeds ✨
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Garlic Butter Rice
🔥 Step 1: Cook the Rice
1️⃣ Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2️⃣ In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
3️⃣ Add the rice, cover, and cook on low heat until fully absorbed (about 15 minutes).
🔥 Step 2: Prepare the Garlic Butter
1️⃣ While the rice cooks, melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
2️⃣ Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden (about 1-2 minutes).
3️⃣ Stir in soy sauce (if using) and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
🔥 Step 3: Mix & Serve
1️⃣ Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and pour the garlic butter mixture over it.
2️⃣ Mix well until every grain is coated in buttery, garlicky goodness.
🔥 Step 4: Garnish & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Sprinkle with chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese, or toasted sesame seeds.
2️⃣ Serve with a fried egg for an extra indulgent touch!
🍚 Rich, buttery, and bursting with flavor—Garlic Butter Rice is the perfect side dish or quick meal for any occasion!
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