Lemon Scented Rice Recipe

Name: Lemon Scented Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 -inch piece fresh ginger; 1 bay leaf; 1 cup basmati rice, lightly rinsed and drained; 2 cups cold water; 2 wide strips lemon zest; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add the onion, 1 teaspoon of salt, ginger, and bay leaf, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender and translucent, about 6 minutes.
3
Add the rice and cook until it begins to brown, about 4 minutes.
4
Stir in the water along with the lemon zest.
5
Bring to a simmer.
6
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
7
Pull from the heat and set aside for 5 minutes undisturbed.
8
Fluff with a fork season with some pepper and serve.

275

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoons kosher salt, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, diced, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Lemon Scented Rice falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lemon Scented Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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