White Rice
Only 1 tablespoon of oil is used in this tasty and heart-healthy rice dish.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size | ½ cup |
Calories | 270 |
Total Fat | 3 g |
Saturated Fat | Less than 1 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 183 mg |
Calcium | 28 mg |
Iron | 2 mg |
Ingredients and Preparation
Ingredients | Measures |
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Vegetable oil | 1 tablespoon |
Medium onion, chopped | ½ |
Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
Long-grain white rice | 2 cups |
Hot water | 4 cups |
Salt | ½ teaspoon |
Fresh or frozen corn, peas, carrots, or peppers (optional) | ½ cup |
- Directions
- In medium pan, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and rice. Add hot water and salt. Bring to a full boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes without stirring. If desired, add vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Uncover, give rice a full turn and cover again. Turn heat off.
- Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
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