Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium garlic clove, finely chopped
  • 2 cups stock or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves

Method

  • Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear; set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the rinsed rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until the kernels crackle, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the stock or broth, water, and measured salt and stir to combine.
  • Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover with a tightfitting lid, and simmer undisturbed until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and let sit covered to steam, about 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and stir in the parsley.
  • Taste and season with additional salt as needed.