Gluten Free Herbed Butter Rice
Fluffy, fragrant, and finished with a generous knob of melting butter, this herbed rice is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show. Long-grain white rice is naturally free from gluten, and with just water, salt, and fresh herbs rounding out the ingredient list, there's nothing hidden here to worry about — no packets, no seasoning blends, no cross-contamination concerns. The real magic is in the technique: bringing the rice to a boil uncovered, then sealing it tight on the lowest heat so every grain steams to a perfectly tender finish. That five-minute rest before you lift the lid is non-negotiable — it's what keeps the rice light and separate rather than sticky or gummy. Folding in the butter while the rice is still hot means it coats every single grain in a glossy, rich layer before the parsley, chives, and optional basil go in. The result is bright, herby, and buttery in the best possible way — simple enough for a weeknight but polished enough to sit next to something special.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 ¼ cups water
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, uncovered, until the surface is bubbling and the water level has dropped just to the top of the rice, about 3–4 minutes.
- 2
Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and cook until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
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