Browned Rice
Few rice recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Browned Rice. The star here is (120 g) uncooked rice, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Most of the time is hands-off while the oven does its thing, which makes it an easy one to fit around other dishes. Below you will find the full ingredient list, the method, and a few tips we think make the difference.
- Cook 1h 30m
- Total 1h 30m
- Serves 4
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120 g) uncooked rice
- 1 can Beef consommé
- ½ stick Margarine
- 1 small Chopped Onion, chopped
Method
- Sauté onion in margarine over medium heat.
- Mix rice and consommé in a baking dish. Pour onion and margarine over rice and consommé and mix.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes at 350 °F (180 °C).
- Remove from oven, and add ½ can water over rice mixture.
- Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes.
Tips for the best Browned Rice
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 4 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Keep the simmer gentle. A hard boil toughens (120 g) uncooked rice and drives off the liquid too fast.
Variations
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Swap the beef for lamb or mushrooms or lentils — keep the cooking time similar and check for doneness.
Serving ideas
Serve hot with rice, potatoes or crusty bread, and something green on the side.
Storage
Cool completely, then refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until piping hot. Freezes well for up to 3 months.
Frequently asked questions
Is this Browned Rice recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 4 ingredients and 5 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
How long does Browned Rice take to make?
About 1 hour 30 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 1 hour 30 minutes of cooking.
How many people does this Browned Rice recipe serve?
As written it serves 4. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 4×2.
What can I substitute for (120 g) uncooked rice?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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