How to Make Oven-Baked Brown Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a foolproof way to make the perfect batch of brown rice every time? Look no further than this recipe for oven-baked brown rice. This cooking method takes all the guesswork out of making rice on the stovetop and delivers perfectly fluffy, tender rice with minimal effort. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just want to make a big batch to have on hand for the week, this method is a game changer.

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Ingredients

  • 4 ⅔ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups uncooked brown rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 9 cups cooked

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring water and olive oil to a boil in a covered saucepan; stir in salt. Place rice in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour water mixture over rice; cover baking dish tightly with double layer of aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until water is absorbed, about 1 hour.
  • Remove rice from oven, uncover, and fluff with fork. Cover with paper towels until steam is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Uncover and cool slightly, about 5 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    121 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 68mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 86mg