Ginger-Sesame Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon light stick butter
  • 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine rice and water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

While rice cooks, heat butter and oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until butter melts. Add garlic and sesame seeds; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring constantly. Add ginger; cook 30 seconds.

Stir in hot cooked rice, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes.