Side Brown Rice Recipe

Time1h

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse the brown rice
Place the brown rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes to remove excess starch.
2
Prepare the cooking liquid
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water (or vegetable broth if using) and 0.5 tsp of salt. If using garlic and onion, add them to the saucepan for additional flavor.

3
Bring to a boil
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
4
Add the brown rice
Once the liquid is boiling, add the rinsed brown rice and 1 tbs of olive oil. Stir briefly to combine.
5
Simmer the rice
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the rice simmer for about 45-50 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

6
Fluff the rice
After the cooking time, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5-10 minutes. Then, remove the lid and use a fork to fluff the rice.
7
Serve
Transfer the brown rice to a serving dish and enjoy as a side dish or as a base for your favorite protein and vegetables.