Garlic Rice Recipe (Quick & Easy!)

Ingrédients

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup yellow onion (diced)
• 3 tbsp minced garlic (or 3-4 garlic cloves, minced)
• 1.5 cups long grain rice
• 2 cups chicken broth (for IP or 3 cups for stovetop)
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp butter
• Chives or parsley (optional)

Préparation

1. 1

   --- Instant Pot ---

2. 2

   Select the "saute" option. Once the pot is very hot, add the oil and saute onions for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent. Add in in garlic for to 1 minute or until just beginning to toast.

3. 3

   Stir in the rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring until every grain is coated in the oil and the grains are beginning to turn translucent.

4. 4

   Add in 2 cups of chicken broth and salt. Scrape all the rice grains down into the liquid. Seal the Instant Pot and press "rice."

5. 5

   Once Instant Pot beeps to indicate it is finished, allow it to naturally release for 10 minutes (do NOT release the steam yet). After 10 minutes, release the steam and open the lid. Fluff with a fork, then add in the butter and herbs. Stir carefully and serve warm.

6. 6

   --- Stovetop ---

7. 7

   While continuing with the recipe, microwave 3 cups chicken stock until hot.

8. 8

   Heat a medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Once hot, add in oil and saute onions for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent. Add in in garlic for to 1 minute or until just beginning to toast.

9. 9

   Stir in the rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring until every grain is coated in the oil and the grains are beginning to turn translucent.

10. 10

    Add the hot stock and salt. Cover immediately and cook on low heat for 20 minutes (should simmer softly).

11. 11

    Once finished cooking, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Then add in the butter and fresh herbs, gently stirring until well combined. Serve warm.