Herb & Butter Rice
Herb & Butter Rice is a delicious side dish to add to your folder. Using only fresh ingredients, it's healthier than the ones in the box.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp. clarified butter tips & tricks
- 1 cup basmati rice, rinse thoroughly and drained
- 1/2 cup orzo pasta
- 1/3 cup red onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, finely diced tips & tricks
- 1 large clove garlic, pressed
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp. Herbes de Provence see Recipe
- 1/2 tsp. dried basil
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp. ground Himalayan sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1 1/2 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped tips & tricks
Directions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add butter, basmati and orzo. Stir well and sauté until the rice turns brown, about 7 minutes, stirring often.
- To this add, red onions, celery and pressed garlic; sauté for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in chicken broth and season with Herbes de Provence, basil, cayenne pepper, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper and parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 17 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from the heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.