Buttered rice

Buttered Rice is a simple, yet versatile dish that is popular in many cultures around the world. It is often served as a side dish, but can also be a main course when combined with other ingredients.

Ingredients

The primary ingredients in buttered rice are rice and butter. The type of rice used can vary, but long-grain white rice is most commonly used due to its fluffy texture when cooked. The butter adds a rich, creamy flavor to the rice. Some recipes may also include salt and pepper for seasoning, and others may add garlic or onion for additional flavor.

Preparation

To prepare buttered rice, the rice is first rinsed under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps to prevent the rice from sticking together. The rice is then cooked according to the package instructions. Once the rice is cooked, it is drained and returned to the pot. Butter is then added to the pot and stirred until it is fully melted and evenly distributed throughout the rice. The rice is then seasoned to taste with salt and pepper.

Variations

There are many variations of buttered rice. In Indian cuisine, for example, buttered rice may be flavored with spices such as turmeric or cumin. In Japanese cuisine, buttered rice may be served with a raw egg yolk on top. In American cuisine, buttered rice is often served with gravy or as a side dish to fried chicken or steak.

Nutritional Information

Buttered rice is high in carbohydrates due to the rice, and high in fat due to the butter. It is low in protein unless served with a protein source such as chicken or beef. It is also low in fiber unless brown rice is used instead of white rice.

See Also

• Rice
• Butter
• Pilaf
• Risotto