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Basmati Rice with Fresh Herbs

Source: dLife

Basil and mint make this rice a light summer side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Makes 8 servings
Amount Per Serving

Calories	178.2

Total Carbs	34.7 g

Dietary Fiber	2.2 g

Sugars	0.6 g

Total Fat	3.4 g

Saturated Fat	0.5 g

Unsaturated Fat	1.1 g

Potassium	6.4 mg

Protein	3.8 g

Sodium	153.1 mg

Dietary Exchanges 3.4 Fat, 0.1 Vegetables, 0.0 Other Carbs, 2.0 Starch,

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Servings

Ingredients

2.0
2 cup Rice, basmati, brown, California, dry 1.0
1 tbsp canola oil 2.0
2 each medium garlic cloves 3.5
3 1/2 cup cold water 0.5
0 1/2 tsp salt 0.5
0 1/2 tsp black pepper 2.0
2 tbsp fresh basil 1.0
1 tbsp fresh mint

Directions

Place rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for several minutes. Drain.
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Add the rice and stir for another minute, making sure rice is evenly coated in the oil.
Add the herbs, salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
Add the water and bring up to a boil. Bring down to a simmer and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Take off the heat and let the rice sit for 5 minutes. Do not take the lid off the pot. Fluff rice with a fork and serve.