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Brown Rice Cooked in Broth

Learn How to Cook Brown Rice in Broth and add extra flavor and richness to your dish. This easy method gives you a batch of tender chewy rice and is perfect every time.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 142kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • cups broth
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

  • Place the rice into a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cool running water for at least a minute. Shake the strainer back and forth while rinsing to ensure all the rice is being rinsed.
  • Drain the rice well and transfer it to a medium saucepan that has a tight-fitting lid.
  • Add the butter to the pot with the rice and pour the broth over top.
  • Place the pot on the stove over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a quick boil.
  • Turn the heat down to low and cover with the lid. Simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and leave it covered. Let it stand for 10 more minutes. Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.

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Notes

Storage Tips

To Store: Once the rice has cooled to room temperature, transfer any leftovers to airtight containers or resealable plastic bags. For food safety be sure to refrigerate the cooked rice within two hours of cooking. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To Freeze: Portion the rice into airtight freezer bags or containers, remove as much air as possible, and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg