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.

Provided by BlutoNYC

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

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

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and bay leaves into rice mixture. Bring to a rapid boil; continue to boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 579.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Jessica Mann
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This recipe is a winner! The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Reigns Lubisi
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and quick to make, and the results are always delicious. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Basra Abdulle
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Josh Fraser
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Arslan Yaqoob1
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This recipe is a winner! The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Jennifer Jara
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and quick to make, and the results are always delicious. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Arumahandi kaveesha
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


galaxy galaxy
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Shipon Debnath
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This recipe is a winner! The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Farah Kashif
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and quick to make, and the results are always delicious. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


NAMAN ABAD (Cheema)
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Raja Abbas
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


H L Hakim Khan
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This recipe is a winner! The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Patriciah Kagunyi
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and quick to make, and the results are always delicious. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Danny The Beast
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are amazing. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the lemon adds a bright and refreshing touch. I will definitely be making this again and again.


prem Ghimire
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lemon flavor is so refreshing and the rice is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Naseem Ali khan
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This is one of my favorite rice recipes. It's so simple to make and always turns out great. I love the combination of lemon and dill. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.


Charlotte Hockeborn
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the tangy lemon flavor and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Smriti Shrees
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This recipe is a staple in my house! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the bright lemon flavor and the fluffy rice. It's the perfect side dish for any meal.