Sesame Rice

Make a batch of sesame rice when you're looking for a simple, elevated side dish without the extra work! White rice is cooked in broth with soy sauce, sesame oil, and green peas and is ready in less than 30 minutes.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 18

Total Time 23

Servings servings

Author Heather

Ingredients

1 cup long grain white rice not instant or brown (see note below)*
16 ounces chicken broth
2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
1 cup frozen peas
2 green onions thin sliced

Instructions

In a saucepan over medium heat, add rice, chicken broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and frozen peas. Stir to combine.
Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cover.
Cook for about 18-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat. Gently stir and fluff rice with a fork, top with sliced green onions, and serve.

Notes

Rice substitutions: *If you'd like to substitute with brown rice, it will take significantly longer to cook, up to 45 minutes instead of the listed 18-20 minutes. Consult your rice's package directions for best results. You may also need to add an additional splash of water partway through cooking if it begins to look dry.
Rinsing rice: I highly recommend rinsing your rice before cooking. This helps to remove excess starches on the outside of your rice, which can make your rice sticky and gummy when cooked.
Leftovers: Leftover sesame rice will keep for 3-4 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.

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