
Buttery Herbed Rice
The recipe name doesn’t lie — this rice is buttery. And that means it’s delicious. We pack it with lots of flavor from onions, garlic, chicken stock, and a mix of tender herbs.
All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwaves and home kitchens to make sure they work — and work well.
What You’ll Need
What You’ll Need
Prep Time
5 minsCook Time
22 minsFree Time
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Ingredients
- ¼ (50g) medium size onion, diced small
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup (145g) basmati rice
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons mixed fresh herbs (parsley, tarragon, and chives), chopped
- salt, to taste
Preparation
- Add the onion, garlic, rice, salt and water to the Anyday dish. Stir and spread rice in an even layer. Cover with the lid (knob lifted).
- Cook in the microwave at Power Level 4✕
Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels.
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Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.
For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.
Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:
PL 10 = 100% = High (default)
PL 9 = 90% = High
PL 8 = 80% = Med-High
PL 7 = 70% = Med-High
PL 6 = 60% = Medium
PL 5 = 50% = Medium
PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low
PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low
PL 2 = 20% = Low
PL 1 = 10% = Low
You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.
- Add the butter and the herbs and mix to combine. Season with salt to taste.
Serving suggestions & tips
- If it’s taking longer than expected, increase the power level by 1. If it’s bubbling over or the lid is lifting, decrease the power level by 1.
- Serve with your favorite roasted vegetables or protein of choice!
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.