Description
This Texas Roadhouse Seasoned Rice recipe is a flavorful and comforting side dish that features tender long grain white rice cooked with vibrant herbs, aromatic spices, and a hint of tomato. Easy to prepare and perfectly balanced, it pairs well with poultry, seafood, and plant-based mains, bringing warmth and excitement to any meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (natural), with juices
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and chop the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper into small pieces for quick, even cooking. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and ensure fluffy grains.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. This step builds layers of flavor.
- Toast the Rice: Add the rinsed rice to the pan with the aromatics. Stir for 2-3 minutes to lightly toast the grains and coat them in the flavorful oil mixture. Toasting enhances the nutty aroma and texture of the rice.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes with juices, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, and sprinkle in paprika, cumin, and black pepper. Stir to combine everything evenly.
- Cook the Rice: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot tightly with a lid and let the rice cook gently for 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking to keep steam trapped for even cooking.
- Fluff and Garnish: Once the rice has absorbed all the liquid, remove from heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork, then fold in fresh chopped parsley to brighten the flavor and appearance.
Notes
- Rinse rice thoroughly before cooking to prevent clumping and keep texture light.
- Use a tight-fitting lid to trap steam and cook the rice evenly.
- Maintain a low and steady simmer during cooking to avoid burning and ensure perfect absorption.
- Allow the rice to rest off heat to finish steaming and firm up nicely.
- Add fresh herbs at the end to preserve their color and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse seasoned rice, flavorful rice side dish, herbed rice, tomato rice, easy rice recipe
