Are you tired of bland, boring rice that falls flat on your dinner plate? Get ready to transform your meal with the ultimate side dish that promises to elevate your culinary game! Uncle Ben's Seasoned Long Grain and Wild Rice is not just a simple side – it's a flavor explosion waiting to happen in your kitchen. With its perfect blend of long grain and wild rice, this dish brings restaurant-quality taste right to your home, and the best part? It's so easy to prepare that even novice cooks can look like culinary masters!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup Uncle Ben's Long Grain and Wild Rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: Uncle Ben's Long Grain and Wild Rice, water, butter, and salt.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice mix with 2 1/2 cups of cold water.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the rice and water mixture.
- Optional: Add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor, if desired.
- Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a full, rolling boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
- Simmer the rice for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until water is completely absorbed.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes to allow rice to steam and become fluffy.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains before serving.
- Serve hot as a side dish or accompaniment to your main course.
Tips
- Always use cold water when starting your rice to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Resist the temptation to lift the lid while cooking – this lets steam escape and can result in unevenly cooked rice.
- The 5-minute resting period after cooking is crucial! It allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and become perfectly fluffy.
- For extra flavor, consider replacing some of the water with chicken broth or adding a pinch of herbs.
- Use a fork to fluff the rice, not a spoon – this helps separate the grains and prevents mushing.
- If you like a bit of crunch, toast the rice in butter for a minute before adding water.
- Always use a tight-fitting lid to trap steam and ensure even cooking.Pro tip: This versatile rice makes an amazing side dish for chicken, fish, or can be a delicious base for a quick rice bowl!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 176kcal
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 8mg
