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Easy Peanut Butter Rice Recipe

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A quick and flavorful recipe for Easy Peanut Butter Rice that combines aromatic spices, savory vegetable stock, and creamy peanut butter to create a deliciously unique rice dish. Perfect for a simple weeknight meal or as a versatile side.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Rice and Spices

  • 2 cups uncooked long grain rice
  • ½ tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Liquids and Sauce

  • 3 cups vegetable stock
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce

Finishing Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons peanut butter
  • Salt to taste (approximately ¼ teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice: Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent mushy rice.
  2. Combine rice and spices: In a medium-sized saucepan, add the rinsed rice along with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine evenly.
  3. Add liquids: Pour in the vegetable stock and soy sauce, mixing well to distribute flavors. Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
  4. Simmer the rice: Heat the pot on high until the stock reaches a lively simmer. Then reduce the heat to low and cook for 13 minutes without lifting the lid to ensure proper steaming.
  5. Steam off-heat: Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice steam, covered, for an additional 10 minutes to complete cooking and absorb moisture.
  6. Fluff and mix peanut butter: Remove the lid, fluff the rice gently with a fork. Add the peanut butter and stir thoroughly so every rice grain is coated evenly. Season with salt to taste depending on the saltiness of your stock and soy sauce.
  7. Serve or store: Serve immediately while warm or let it cool to room temperature. If saving for later, cool completely and refrigerate in a covered container for up to five days.

Notes

  • Rinsing the rice is essential to avoid mushy or sticky texture.
  • The salt amount may vary depending on your vegetable stock and soy sauce brand; adjust accordingly.
  • Peanut butter adds creaminess and depth but can be adjusted or substituted with a nut-free alternative if needed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within five days for freshness.
  • This dish can be served warm or at room temperature, making it versatile for meal prep.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 23 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/easy-peanut-butter-rice-recipe/