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Buttered Corn Rice

Buttered Corn Rice: Your Go-To Comfort Side Dish!

Buttered Corn Rice is a delightful vegetarian side dish that harmoniously blends tender rice with sweet corn and rich buttery flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1.5 cups medium grain rice jasmine or basmati rice can be used
  • 3 cups boiling water chicken broth can add more flavor
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon can substitute with vegetable bouillon for a vegetarian version
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with any neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter replace with vegan butter for a dairy-free version
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cups finely diced white onion substitute with yellow onion or shallots if preferred
For the Sweetness
  • 10 ounces frozen corn no need to thaw; fresh corn can be used
  • chopped parsley or sliced green onion optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add 2 tablespoons of salted butter over medium-low heat.
  2. Once the butter is melted, add 4 minced garlic cloves and ¼ cup of finely diced white onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in 1½ cups of medium grain rice, ensuring each grain is coated in butter. Cook for approx 5 minutes.
  4. Mix in a 10-ounce bag of frozen corn and stir for about 2 minutes.
  5. Pour in 3 cups of boiling water and add 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon. Stir well.
  6. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, reduce heat to low and cover. Allow to simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Turn off heat but keep the lid on for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and optionally garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water.

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