Avgolemono Rice

This Greek-inspired Avgolemono rice with egg, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese is the perfect side dish for chicken or fish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 356 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons salted butter
• 1 cup medium-grain white rice
• 1 large egg, whisked
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup lemon juice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and stir to coat. Cook and stir for 1 minute.

Step 2

Stir in water, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Stir in lemon juice; cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, about 5 minutes longer.

Step 3

Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for at least 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in Parmesan cheese, parsley, and oregano. Add whisked egg and stir until well combined, being careful not to scramble.