Description
Golden Onion Butter Rice is a flavorful and aromatic dish made with long-grain white rice, sautéed onions, and butter, perfect as a side or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the onions, stirring well to combine.
- Pour in the rice and stir to coat the grains with the butter and onion mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Carefully add the broth to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
- If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, try sautéing a diced bell pepper or a few cloves of minced garlic along with the onion.
- Substitute the broth with coconut milk for a creamy, tropical twist on the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg