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Greek Restaurant Style Rice Recipe

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Description

This Greek Restaurant Style Rice recipe is a flavorful and aromatic dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course. This dish is inspired by the traditional Greek cuisine and it has a unique blend of spices that makes it irresistible. It is cooked with olive oil, onions, garlic, and a combination of herbs and spices that give it a fragrant aroma and a delicious taste.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 35-40 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of long-grain rice
  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon of dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley

Equipment

  • A large pot with a lid
  • A wooden spoon
  • A measuring cup
  • A knife
  • A cutting board

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the rice to the pot and stir it into the onion and garlic mixture, making sure that each grain of rice is coated with the oil.
  4. Add the chicken broth to the pot and stir it in with the rice mixture.
  5. Add the oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir everything together.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
  7. Simmer the rice for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle the chopped parsley on top.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe can be made with vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make it vegetarian/vegan-friendly. You can also add some chopped tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the rice for some extra flavor and color.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately 210 calories, 6g fat, 34g carbohydrates, and 5g protein.

Recipe Tips

To make this dish even more authentic, you can use Greek olive oil and Greek herbs such as Greek oregano and Greek basil. You can also add some feta cheese on top of the rice for some extra creaminess and tanginess. Additionally, you can serve this dish with some grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.

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