Sesame Brown Rice
This flavorful sesame brown rice dish is a delightful addition to any meal. The nuttiness of the toasted sesame seeds enhances the aroma and taste of the rice, while the hint of Asian sesame oil adds a subtle richness. Topped with sliced green onions for a fresh finish, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also brings a touch of elegance to the table.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups water
- 1 cup medium-grain brown rice
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 2 tsp. sesame seeds
- 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil
- 1 Tbs. thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- In a saucepan over high heat, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice and salt, stir once, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook, without stirring, until all of the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender, 35 to 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small, dry fry pan over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds until they are fragrant and have taken on color, about 2 minutes. Pour the seeds onto a plate and set aside.
- Carefully lift the cover of the saucepan so that no condensation drips into the rice. Drizzle the sesame oil evenly over the top and sprinkle with half of the sesame seeds. Gently fluff the rice with a chopstick or the handle of a wooden spoon.
- Spoon the rice into a warmed serving dish. Sprinkle with the remaining sesame seeds and the green onion. Serve immediately. Serves 4.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma, <i>Essentials of Healthful Cooking</i>, by Mary Abbott Hess, Dana Jacobi &amp; Marie Simmons (Oxmoor House, 2003).
Yield
Serves 4.
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