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This lemon Greek yellow rice is light, flavorful, and full of fresh herbs and citrus. It makes the perfect side dish for any family gathering or meal plan.
Type of Cuisine:
Mediaerranean
Prep Time: 20 minutes.
Cook Time: 20 minuts
How Many Servings?
3-4 servings
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| 1 cup long-grain white rice | |
| 2 tablespoons Ghee or unsalted butter | |
| 2 cloves garlic, minced | |
| 1 teaspoon dried oregano | |
| 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice | |
| 1 teaspoon lemon zest | |
| 2 cups chicken broth | |
| ½ cup of fresh herbs like parsley, dill, mint, oregano basil |
Preparation
1
Rinse and Soak the Rice
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Then, soak it in warm water for 15–20 minutes. Once soaked, drain well and set aside. This helps achieve fluffy, non-sticky grains when cooked.
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. Then, soak it in warm water for 15–20 minutes. Once soaked, drain well and set aside. This helps achieve fluffy, non-sticky grains when cooked.
2
Infuse the Ghee with Garlic and Oregano
In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of ghee over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and dried oregano, and sauté for about 45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Once fragrant, remove from heat and set aside—this mixture will add bold flavor to your rice.
In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of ghee over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and dried oregano, and sauté for about 45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Once fragrant, remove from heat and set aside—this mixture will add bold flavor to your rice.
3
Build the Flavor Base
In a medium-sized pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter or ghee over medium-high heat. Add the soaked and drained rice, stirring to coat each grain. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well. Pour in the chicken broth, then add the garlic-oregano mixture. Season with salt to taste, and bring everything to a gentle boil.
In a medium-sized pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter or ghee over medium-high heat. Add the soaked and drained rice, stirring to coat each grain. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well. Pour in the chicken broth, then add the garlic-oregano mixture. Season with salt to taste, and bring everything to a gentle boil.
4
Simmer the Rice
Gently mix the rice with a fork, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the rice to fully absorb the liquid and flavors.
Gently mix the rice with a fork, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the rice to fully absorb the liquid and flavors.
5
Rest and Finish
After 20 minutes of cooking, turn off the heat and leave the pot covered for another 10 minutes to let the steam finish the rice. Then, uncover and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in your fresh herbs (like parsley or dill), and serve warm.
After 20 minutes of cooking, turn off the heat and leave the pot covered for another 10 minutes to let the steam finish the rice. Then, uncover and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in your fresh herbs (like parsley or dill), and serve warm.
6
Your delicious Greek lemon rice is ready to enjoy—bright, fluffy, and full of Mediterranean flavor!
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
How to store and reheat
To store leftover lemon Greek yellow rice transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. When ready to reheat, microwave it with a splash of water or heat it in a covered skillet on the stovetop, occasionally stirring until heated. If you have a large batch of Greek Lemon Rice that you want to keep for longer, you can freeze it for up to 2-3 months. Let the rice cool completely to freeze, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag. When ready, thaw the rice overnight in the refrigerator and reheat using one of the above methods. With these tips, you can easily store, reheat, and freeze your Greek lemon rice for a quick and satisfying meal anytime. In addition, with the leftovers, why not try making a delicious Greek rice bowl? If you enjoyed this Greek lemon rice recipe, please let me know in the comments below.