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Season Rice

A comforting blend of flavors that elevates plain rice into a dish that's bursting with personality.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Various
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water to remove excess starch.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it in the oil and aromatics.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth and add salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and cayenne. Stir to combine.
  7. Increase the heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
  8. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer for 18-20 minutes.
  9. After cooking, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Notes

This rice pairs perfectly with many dishes and can be customized with different spices or vegetables.