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French Onion Butter Rice Recipe

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French Onion Butter Rice is a flavorful and comforting side dish made by caramelizing sweet yellow onions in butter, toasting fragrant long-grain rice, and simmering it all together in savory vegetable broth with fresh thyme. The resulting dish is rich, aromatic, and perfect for pairing with a variety of entrees.

Ingredients

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Rice and Butter

  • 1 cup long-grain rice (basmati preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Vegetables and Broth

  • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the Onions: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add sliced yellow onions and sauté for 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and caramelized, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
  2. Toast the Rice: Add the long-grain rice to the skillet with the caramelized onions and toast it for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until the rice becomes fragrant, which enhances the nutty flavor.
  3. Add Broth and Thyme: Pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth and sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Simmer the Rice: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid and is tender.
  5. Rest and Finish: Remove the skillet from heat but keep it covered for an additional 5 minutes to steam the rice fully. Then, stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter until melted to add richness.
  6. Season and Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork, taste, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve the French Onion Butter Rice hot as a savory side dish.

Notes

  • For best results, use basmati rice for its distinct fragrance and texture, but other long-grain rice can be substituted.
  • If you prefer a deeper onion flavor, caramelize the onions longer but be careful to avoid burning them.
  • This recipe is vegetarian and can easily be made vegan by substituting the butter with a plant-based alternative.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated with a splash of broth or water to retain moisture.

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