Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThanh Long RestaurantGarlic Rice Recipe

Garlic Rice Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

fragrant jasmine rice sautéed with fresh garlic & spices

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasoning

Garnish (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This will help remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming gummy.

  2. 2

    Chop the Garlic

    Peel and finely chop the fresh garlic cloves. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed jasmine rice and water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Garlic

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

  3. 5

    Combine and Season

    Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the sautéed garlic. Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Stir gently to combine and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    If desired, garnish the garlic rice with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

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