Jasmine Rice with Garlic Oil (Printable Version)

Fluffy jasmine rice delicately infused with aromatic garlic oil. Perfect alongside stir-fries and Asian meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Rice

01 - 1 cup jasmine rice
02 - 1 ½ cups water
03 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Garlic Oil

04 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
05 - 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Optional Garnish

06 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or scallions

# Directions:

01 - Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
02 - In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Do not let the garlic brown.
03 - Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains in the garlic oil for about 1 minute.
04 - Pour in the water and add salt. Stir gently and bring to a boil.
05 - Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
06 - Remove from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
07 - Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Garnish with cilantro or scallions if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The garlic oil clings to each grain, making this feel luxurious despite being vegan and ridiculously easy.
  • It's ready in 25 minutes, which means you can build an entire meal around it without stress.
  • Works as a blank canvas for whatever proteins or vegetables you're serving alongside it.
02 -
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid during cooking—every time you do, steam escapes and the cooking time stretches unpredictably.
  • The difference between fluffy rice and dense rice often comes down to letting it rest after cooking, so don't skip that five-minute pause no matter how hungry you are.
03 -
  • If you accidentally let the garlic brown slightly, don't panic—strain it out and start fresh with new oil and garlic rather than serving bitter rice that will haunt you.
  • Jasmine rice has a shorter shelf life than other varieties, so buy it in smaller quantities and store it in an airtight container away from heat and light to preserve that delicate fragrance.
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