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Filipino Garlic Rice

Irresistible Filipino Garlic Rice: Your New Breakfast Love

A savory Filipino Garlic Rice that's quick to prepare and perfect for breakfast or a side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 233
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fragrance
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil or Grapeseed Oil or any neutral oil like canola or sunflower oil
For the Garlic
  • 5 cloves Garlic thinly sliced
For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Cold Long Grain White Rice Jasmine recommended, using leftover rice improves texture
For Seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Rock Salt sea salt can be an alternative
For Freshness
  • 2 Scallions finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Filipino Garlic Rice
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the oil shimmers, add the thinly sliced garlic. Stir frequently for 4-5 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and golden brown.
  2. Introduce the cooked cold long-grain white rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Mix the rice with the garlic for around 2-3 minutes, until heated through and slightly crispy.
  3. Turn off the heat and sprinkle in the rock salt, stirring gently. Then, add the chopped scallions and mix until evenly distributed.
  4. Transfer the garlic rice to a serving bowl. Enjoy it warm as a delightful breakfast or as a savory side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 233kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 192mgPotassium: 147mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Monitor the heat while cooking garlic to avoid burning. Always use cold, day-old rice for the best texture and add fresh herbs for garnishing if desired.

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