Sides Recipe
Make Sides Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Cook rice and water
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup long-grain white rice with 2 cups water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add olive oil
Stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil to the boiling rice-water to prevent sticking and add richness.
- 3
- 4
Season
Sprinkle in 0.5 teaspoon salt to season the rice evenly.
- 5
Pepper
Add 0.25 teaspoon black pepper for subtle heat and flavor.
- 6
Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- 7
Finish lemon
Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice for brightness and mix in 1 teaspoon lemon zest for aroma.
- 8
Garnish and finish
Fold in 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, fluff with a fork, adjust seasoning if needed, and let stand 2 minutes before serving.
