Description
Butter Rice is a simple and flavorful dish made with rice and butter, perfect as a side or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the rice, salt, and butter to the boiling water.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped parsley if using.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can use broth instead of water.
- Adjust the butter quantity to your preference.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Butter Rice, Rice Dish, Easy Recipe