Garlic Rice

Garlic Rice
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    277

Experience the aromatic delight of Garlic Rice, a symphony of savory flavors that transforms humble ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. This dish elevates simple cooked rice with the richness of garlic and the subtle savory touch of ground pork, creating an unforgettable side or a satisfying light meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    46 g
  • Cholesterol
    6 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    686 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are measured and ready to go. Mince the garlic finely for even flavor distribution. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the pork is browned and the garlic is fragrant and golden brown, being careful not to burn the garlic. Burnt garlic can impart a bitter taste. (8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Incorporate the rice: Add the cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps with a spatula or spoon. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Season and blend: Season the rice with garlic salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir continuously to ensure the rice is evenly coated with the garlic-infused oil and seasonings. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Cook until heated through: Continue to cook and stir until the rice is heated through and well blended, ensuring each grain is infused with the garlic flavor. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Serve immediately: Serve the garlic rice hot as a side dish or a light meal. Garnish with chopped scallions or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added flavor and visual appeal (2 minutes).

For best results, use day-old cooked rice. This helps prevent the rice from becoming mushy during the stir-frying process.
Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference. If you love garlic, feel free to add more!
To add a touch of umami, consider adding a splash of soy sauce or fish sauce towards the end of cooking.
This dish pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables.
If you don’t have ground pork, you can substitute it with small pieces of bacon or diced ham.

Dangelo Metz

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 92 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Yvette Jones

    I've made this several times now and it's always a hit.

  • Sasha Smitham

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! My family loves it.

  • Rylan Wiegand

    I used leftover rice and it turned out great!

  • Dave Rolfsonturcotte

    Simple, quick, and flavorful – perfect for a weeknight meal.

  • Georgianna Bartoletti

    My kids are usually picky eaters, but they devoured this garlic rice!

  • Aliyah Considine

    Great base recipe, easy to customize with different vegetables.

  • Karen Gleichner

    I added some soy sauce and it was even better!

  • Rasheed Kohler

    The key is definitely not burning the garlic. Thanks for the tip!

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