Oh So Comforting Garlic Butter Rice

Not many people are familiar with the magic that is a proper garlic butter rice at the end of a long day. This is excellent with leftover proteins or as a quick addition to make-ahead meals because it’s already so tasty on its own. Try it with your favorite grilled chicken, or even with some pork chops or steak.

How to Make Garlic Butter Rice

It really is this straightforward and easy to make this unbelievably addictive garlic butter rice recipe from scratch:

• Prepare the cooking skillet. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Add the sliced garlic. Add the sliced garlic cloves.
• Reduce the heat. Reduce the heat to medium low.
• Cook the garlic. Cook the garlic, stirring frequently and flipping the slices periodically, until the garlic slices are golden brown in color.
• Set aside. Transfer the garlic slices to a plate and set aside.
• Add the butter. Add 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the skillet.
• Cook the minced garlic. Add the minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds.
• Cook the rice. Add the white long rain rice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Add the broth. Add the chicken broth and stir to combine.
• Cook. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 12 to 15 minutes (or until the liquid is all absorbed by the rice).
• Add more butter. Remove the lid and add in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir to melt and combine.
• Add the scallions. Add the finely sliced scallions and stir to combine.
• Season. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
• Garnish. Top with garlic slices.
• Serve. Serve the garlic butter rice warm.

What to Serve with Garlic Butter Rice

The great thing about this garlic butter rice is that it goes so incredibly well with a wide variety of dishes. Here are some of our top suggestions for what to serve along with your rice:

• Meat (chicken, beef, pork, etc)
• Seafood (salmon, lobster, shrimp, etc)
• Steamed vegetables
• Wraps, burritos and enchiladas
• Salads and soups

How Long Will Garlic Butter Rice Stay Fresh?

You’ll be able to keep your leftover garlic butter rice stored in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days as long as it’s properly stored.

Allow the rice to cool completely before transferring into airtight containers to store in the fridge for best results.

Tips for Reheating Garlic Butter Rice

When ready to reheat your garlic butter rice, add a few drops of water to the rice and then cover with a damp (not wet) piece of paper towel. You can then microwave the rice on low for 30 to 60 seconds, depending on your microwave settings.

(Also try: Pineapple and Spam Fried Rice)

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