Buttered Wine Rice

Elevate your side dish game with Buttered Wine Rice, a luxurious twist on classic rice pilaf that’s bursting with flavor. This recipe combines the richness of melted unsalted butter with the sophistication of dry white wine, creating fluffy long-grain rice infused with aromatic shallots, garlic, and a hint of umami from chicken or vegetable broth. The rice is lightly toasted for added nuttiness before being simmered to perfection, resulting in tender grains with a beautifully fragrant, buttery finish. Perfect as an elegant complement to roasted meats or seafood, this dish is equally satisfying as a standalone treat. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Quick to prepare in under 35 minutes, Buttered Wine Rice strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and refinement—a must-try for any dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium shallot
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the shallot and garlic.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced shallot to the butter and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the rice to the saucepan, stirring to coat the grains in butter. Toast the rice for 2-3 minutes while stirring frequently.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until the wine has mostly evaporated, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Add the chicken or vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and allow the rice to simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 11

Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	770.9 grams (770.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	722

Total Fat 37.40g	48%
Saturated Fat 21.30g	107%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 2489mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 69.90g	25%
Dietary Fiber 2.40g	9%
Total Sugars 5.20g
Protein 9.30g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85mg	7%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 353mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 42.8%