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Miso Garlic Butter Rice

Miso Garlic Butter Rice: Elevate Your Side Dish Game

Miso Garlic Butter Rice offers a creamy, savory umami essence that transforms a simple side dish into something spectacular.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Japanese Short Grain Rice Can substitute with other rice types, noting cook time may vary.
  • 1 ¾ cups Dashi Stock or Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a great vegetarian option.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used for extra saltiness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Freshly minced for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste Red miso can be a substitute for bolder flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Tamari can be used to keep it gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Refined sesame oil for milder taste; omit for lighter version.
For the Finish
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted White Sesame Seeds Adds crunch; can be omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions Chives can be used as an alternative.

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Miso Garlic Butter Rice
  1. Soak the rice in cold water for about 15 minutes, drain thoroughly and set aside.
  2. Melt unsalted butter in a medium pot over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the white miso paste and cook for an additional minute until smooth.
  4. Add the drained rice and sauté for about 2 minutes to toast it lightly.
  5. Pour in dashi stock or chicken broth, soy sauce, and sesame oil; stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Let the rice rest for another 5 minutes, fluff gently and top with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 440mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is adaptable; feel free to add ingredients like frozen peas or diced carrots for added nutrition and color.

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