Ingredients for Basmati Asparagus Rice
- 1 cup Basmati Rice
- 2 cups Chicken Stock
- 1 cup Water
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 minced Garlic Clove
- 1 pound Asparagus
- zest of 1 Orange
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How to Make Basmati Asparagus Rice
- Rinse 1 cup of basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear.
- In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken stock, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup of water, and 1 minced garlic clove to a boil.
- Add the rinsed rice to the boiling liquid, stir gently, and return to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- While the rice simmers, clean 1 pound of asparagus and cut it on a bias into 1/2-inch pieces.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the asparagus and the zest of 1 orange.
- Cover the saucepan and let it stand for 5-8 minutes, allowing the asparagus to steam while the rice cools slightly.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve immediately. Garnish with extra orange zest, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
2g
Carbs
13g
