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Asian Rice

This Asian Rice recipe is simple yet impressive, offering a fluffy, sticky texture infused with sesame oil and garlic, perfect for both weeknight dinners and holiday feasts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with a lid
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork for fluffing rice

Method
 

  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water for one minute until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, watching closely to avoid spills.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic and sesame oil.
  5. Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  6. After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat and keep it covered for another 5 minutes.
  7. Use a fork to gently fluff the rice, creating a light and separate texture.
  8. Transfer the rice to a serving dish, drizzle with soy sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions.

Notes

For added flavor, sauté the garlic in sesame oil before adding the rice.