My Mom's Greek Lemon Rice
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My Mom's Greek Lemon Rice

This lemon rice is a delicious Greek side dish made by simmering long-grain rice in broth with lemon juice until tender, fluffy, and full of flavor.

Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather the ingredients.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Melt butter in a pot over low heat. Pour in rice and stir to coat in butter. Let simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted but not burnt, about 10 minutes.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and bay leaves into rice mixture. Bring to a rapid boil; continue to boil for 5 minutes.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (12 servings total)

156
Calories
3 g
Protein
26 g
Carbs
4 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
580 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/273448/my-moms-greek-lemon-rice/
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