A bowl of fluffy boiled rice topped with sauteed onions

Rice

boiled rice with sauteed onions

By Jenna Peterson

Published: 27 Feb 2025

This recipe is a simple yet satisfying dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking. I often make a big batch on Sundays and use the leftovers throughout the week in various dishes.
Close-up shot of a plate of boiled rice with sauteed onions
My grandma used to make this for me when I was a little girl, and it always brings back such fond memories. The combination of the fluffy rice and the sweet, caramelized onions is truly comforting and delicious. The best part? It takes less than 30 minutes to make, making it ideal for a quick and easy meal. Its very simple to learn, and I’m sure you will become an expert in no time!
A person enjoying a bowl of boiled rice with sauteed onions

Required Equipments

  • Medium saucepan
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl

Boiled-Rice-with-Sauteed-Onions

This simple recipe combines perfectly cooked boiled rice with sweet and savory sauteed onions, creating a delicious and versatile side dish or light meal.

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time:

🍽 Ingredients

📖 Instructions

  1. First things first, let's prep those onions! Finely chop one medium yellow onion. Don't cry, it's okay! We're using a good technique here-- I promise. Remember that time I almost cried while chopping onions? Yeah, never again!
  2. Grab your medium saucepan. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil (or butter, if that's your jam). Put the saucepan on medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add your finely chopped onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and delightfully fragrant. That is, about 7-10 minutes.
  3. Next up: rice! Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This is essential to get rid of excess starch and help the rice cook evenly. You'll see... it makes all the difference!
  4. Now, add the rinsed rice to a medium saucepan. Add 2 cups of water (or chicken broth for extra flavor, if you're feeling fancy). Bring this to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Don't lift the lid while it cooks, resist the temptation! If you peek, you’ll ruin the process and get a not so perfect result, that is, unless you are a master at cooking rice!
  6. After 20 minutes, fluff the rice with a fork. Gently mix in those beautifully caramelized onions. And there you have it! Your perfect Boiled Rice with Sauteed Onions!
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy. This recipe is incredibly versatile. You can add it to your favorite curry, pair it with stir-fried vegetables, or simply enjoy it as a delicious side dish. You could even add some soy sauce or other spices to create your own unique flavors!

📝 Notes

  • For extra flavor, try using chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
  • Feel free to experiment with different types of onions, such as red onions or shallots. Try adding herbs for enhanced taste, and enjoy!

🍎 Nutrition

Calories: 200 kcal

Protein: 4 g

Fat: 2 g

Carbohydrates: 40 g

Fiber: 1 g

Calcium: 10 mg

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