Description
This savory golden onion butter jasmine rice recipe features perfectly caramelized onions cooked in butter, enhancing the fragrant jasmine rice with rich, buttery flavor. A simple, comforting side dish that pairs well with a variety of mains, made using vegetable broth for added depth.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Broth
- 1 cup (about 200 grams) jasmine rice, rinsed
- 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth
Aromatics and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) butter
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Thinly slice the yellow onions and mince the garlic cloves.
- Caramelize Onions: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions along with a pinch of salt to help draw out moisture. Cook the onions slowly, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and golden brown, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the caramelized onions and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not burn.
- Toast Rice: Add the rinsed jasmine rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat the grains evenly with butter and the onion mixture, which enhances the flavor and helps prevent sticking.
- Cook Rice: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Rest and Fluff: Remove the saucepan from heat but keep it covered. Let the rice sit undisturbed for an additional 5 minutes to steam. Then, uncover and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve warm.
Notes
- Rinsing jasmine rice removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- Caramelizing onions slowly develops a deep, sweet flavor that enhances the dish.
- Use vegetable broth instead of water for richer taste; chicken broth can be a substitute if not vegetarian.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to preference or dietary needs.
- You can add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for garnish if desired.
