Steamed Brown Rice

Submitted by Galley Wench

"I love brown rice, it's a classic dish that can be dressed up or down to fit occasion. This recipe comes from the Fiddlehead Cookbook."

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 6-7 cups

ingredients

• 2 tablespoons oil
• 2 cups brown rice
• 4 1⁄4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme

directions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add rice and stir until it begins to crackle, about two minutes.
3. Add water and seasonings.
4. Cover pot, bring to a boil and reduce heat to a low simmer.
5. Cook for 45-55 minutes until rice is fluffy and has absorbed all the water.
6. Remove from heat, transfer to a serving dish, and serve at once.

Reviews

[Chicagoland Chef du Jour]

This turned out perfect! I halved the recipe and it was done in half the time, how can you beat that!?! I only added salt because I am serving the rice with Turkey and Sausage Jambalaya which is highly seasoned. Believe it or not this is my first time making brown rice. It's a winner! Thanks a bunch Galley Wench!

 

[PalatablePastime]

My rice took an extra 10-15 minutes to fully absorb the liquid, but did turn out tender and tasty. I would probably cut back slightly on the black pepper next time, as it was a little bit spicy; the bay & thyme are just right, complementing the grainy, nutty flavor of the brown rice perfectly. Thanks! ~Sue

 

[prowlgrrl_10487977]

I followed the instructions exactly and this turned out horribly. It took forever to cook and is now basically risotto. Will go back to a boil, drain and steam recipe, which worked perfectly (although I've been concerned I'm pouring nutrients down the sink):

 

[Robyn]

Like Sue L. said, my rice took about 10 minutes longer but it was worth it, I loved the spice combo and will add garlic next time. I used all the pepper and feel next time I will add more or maybe some crushed red pepper flakes. I really enjoyed this rice and will make again many many times. I did NOT use that much oil and it was evoo.