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cold weather comfort food: white rice with a twist

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Andy59 avatar
Wichita, KS
Updated on Oct 17, 2015

This side dish is an interesting departure from normal boiled rice. We’re going to infuse some flavor into the rice, and then use it as a tasty side dish for chicken, pork, or most any dish that uses rice as an accompaniment. The addition of the tamari gives the rice an almost Oriental flavor, and helps to bring the other flavors together. It’s a simple dish to prepare, but sometimes simple is the best. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups filtered water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (small cloves)
  • 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
  • 1 tablespoon sweet butter, unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon salt, kosher variety
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tamari (optional)

How To Make cold weather comfort food: white rice with a twist

  • Step 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • Step 2
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 3
    Add the grapeseed oil and butter to a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Step 4
    Chef’s Note: The saucepan should be large enough to hold all the ingredients, and have a tight-fitting lid.
  • Step 5
    When the foaming subsides, give the saucepan a swirl to mix the oil and butter, and then add the minced garlic and cayenne pepper.
  • Step 6
    Cook (continually stirring) until the garlic just begins to color, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Step 7
    Add the salt, water, and tamari (if using) to the pan.
  • Step 8
    Raise the heat and bring the water to the boil.
  • Step 9
    Add the rice and stir to combine.
  • Step 10
    Cover, reduce heat to low, and allow the rice to simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Step 11
    Remove from heat, and allow to rest, covered for 5 minutes.
  • Step 12
    Fluff the rice with a fork and serve as a side with your favorite dishes. Enjoy.
  • Step 13
    Chef’s Note: I love this rice with chicken and pork stew dishes, as well as Oriental dishes that call for rice. It’s easy to make and the combination of the garlic, cayenne, and tamari, make for a tasty departure from ordinary white rice.
  • Step 14
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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