ADVERTISEMENT
Medium-Sized Pot: To cook the rice and combine the ingredients
Zester or Grater: For lemon zest
Knife and Cutting Board: To chop the garlic and parsley
Ladle or Spoon: To stir and serve
How to Make Greek Lemon Rice
Step 1: Prepare the Rice
Start by rinsing the rice under cold water to remove excess starch. This will help ensure your rice is fluffy rather than sticky once cooked. Drain the rice and set it aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Garlic
In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter.
Step 3: Add Broth and Rice
To the pot, add the chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version), and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, stir in the rinsed rice, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
Step 4: Add Lemon Flavor
Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh lemon juice, zest, and optional butter. The lemon juice will give the rice a refreshing tang, while the zest enhances the citrus aroma and adds depth to the flavor.
continued on the next page
ADVERTISEMENT
