My Mom's Greek Lemon Rice

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This was the Greek lemon rice that I grew up on. It's simple and flavorful. I hope you all enjoy it.

Submitted by BlutoNYC
Updated on May 17, 2024
A bowl of Greek lemon rice, garnished with sliced lemon
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • ½ stick butter

  • 2 cups converted long-grain white rice

  • 1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken broth

  • ½ lemon, juiced

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 3 bay leaves

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients.

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  2. 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.

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  3. Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and bay leaves into rice mixture. Bring to a rapid boil; continue to boil for 5 minutes.

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  4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.

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  5. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

156 Calories
4g Fat
26g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 156
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 580mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 26g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 66mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.