Making Brown Rice a Delicious Alternative

By
Sarika B
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We probably all know by now that brown rice is a far healthier choice than white. It’s full of fiber, preventing blood sugar spikes, and is packed with nutrients.

The trouble is, sometimes brown rice just doesn’t taste nice. But never fear. We have a recipe that will make eating brown rice an absolute pleasure.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup herbs of your choice, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cup short-grain brown rice, rinsed

Method

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a medium pan.
  2. When the oil is hot, add onion and saute until translucent.
  3. Add a large pinch of salt and then place the onion in a blender.
  4. Add the garlic, herbs, a little more salt, and the rest of the oil and blend.
  5. Pour mixture back into the pan and simmer for a minute or so.
  6. Add rice to the simmering onion mixture, and add another large pinch of salt.
  7. Add water to rice according to pack instructions.
  8. Cook for the recommended time.
  9. Remove from heat and allow to sit for 10 minutes before removing the lid.
  10. Season and fluff up with a fork before serving.