Buttered Rice Recipe
American · Side dish · 23 min total
A simple, fluffy, and buttery side dish that pairs perfectly with any main course. This recipe yields perfectly cooked rice with a rich, creamy texture.
5
min prep
min prep
18
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
250
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Add the butter pieces to the rice and fluff with a fork until the butter is melted and evenly distributed. Serve immediately.
Tips
- For extra flavor, use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
- Leftover buttered rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water.
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