Thai-Style Basil Rice Recipe

Name: Thai-Style Basil Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 shallots, minced; 1/2 cup chopped basil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 green onion, chopped; 1 cup long grain white rice; 2 cups water; 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder or 2 chicken bouillon cubes; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste (optional); 1 teaspoon unsweetened flaked coconut, to taste (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 shallots, minced
1/2 cup chopped basil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green onion, chopped
1 cup long grain white rice
2 cups water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder or 2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)
1 teaspoon unsweetened flaked coconut, to taste (optional)

1
In a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter and oil together over medium heat.
2
Add the shallots and chopped basil and cook until shallots are slightly soft, about 5 minutes; add garlic and green onion and saute another 2 to three minutes.
3
Add the uncooked rice and stir to coat well; saute for 3 minutes while stirring.
4
Mix together the water and chicken bouillon and stir until dissolved; add bouillon liquid to rice in saucepan and bring to a boil.
5
If using, stir in red pepper and coconut flakes.
6
Cover saucepan, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and rice is to preferred texture.
7
Fluff with fork, serve, and enjoy.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 shallots, minced, 1/2 cup chopped basil, and more.

Yes, Thai-Style Basil Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Thai-Style Basil Rice

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