Fluffy White Rice Pilaf with Onion and Garlic

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Servings

Yield

4 cups of cooked rice

Calories

Approximately 200 calories per cup of cooked rice.

This Fluffy White Rice Pilaf with Onion and Garlic is a delightful and flavorful side dish that will captivate your taste buds. The combination of fluffy rice, aromatic onion, and fragrant garlic creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will complement any main course. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a perfect result every time.

Ingredients

2 cups of long-grain white rice
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Salt, to taste
4 cups of water

Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic becomes fragrant.
Add the rice to the saucepan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the rice grains are well coated with the oil.
Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Tips & Tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of turmeric or saffron to the rice while cooking.
To achieve a more pronounced onion flavor, you can sauté the chopped onion in butter before adding it to the rice.
If you prefer a richer taste, you can substitute vegetable oil with olive oil or butter.
To prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan, make sure to stir it occasionally while it’s simmering.
Leftover rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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