Corn and Rice Medley

Name: Corn and Rice Medley
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 cup Basmati rice; 2 cups water; 2 cups fresh corn kernels; 3 large shallots, sliced thinly; 0.5 teaspoon white sugar; salt to taste; ground black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

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Very nice with crab cakes, or chicken. basmati rice is best for this recipe.

Recipe by Retta

Updated on August 8, 2022

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

5

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 cup Basmati rice
2 cups water
2 cups fresh corn kernels
3 large shallots, sliced thinly
½ teaspoon white sugar
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Directions

Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the rice, add the water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 16 to 18 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in corn, shallots, sugar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, or until tender.
In a serving bowl combine cooked rice, corn mixture and mint.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

263	Calories
6g	Fat
50g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 263
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 3g	16%
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 36mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 2g	8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 7mg	34%
Calcium 18mg	1%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 233mg	5%

* 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.