herb & butter rice

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Surrey South, BC
Updated on Feb 18, 2020

This Herb & Butter Rice is a delicious side dish to add to your folder. It only uses fresh ingredients making it healthier than the ones in the box!

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons clarified butter
  • 1 cup basmati rice, rinse thoroughly and drained
  • 1/2 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/3 cup red onions, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1 large clove garlic, pressed
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon herbes de provence
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground himalayan sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make herb & butter rice

  • Step 1
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add butter, basmati and orzo. Stir well and sauté until the rice turns brown, about 7 minutes, stirring often. To this add, red onions, celery and pressed garlic; sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Step 2
    Pour in chicken broth and season with Herbes de Provence, basil, cayenne pepper, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 17 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Step 3
    Remove from the heat and fluff rice with a fork. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 4 servings
  • Step 4
    To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IVOXR9RQx8

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