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is a staple in many households that works with a number of dishes. However, for most people, plain rice is one of those things that can't be enjoyed on its own. It usually has to be smothered in some kind of sauce. But there is a simple way to make plain , that might mean you enjoy the side dish on its own.

There are so many exciting things you can add to rice to give it a little boost. However, this one that is already in your kitchen will not only make rice tastier but also make it come out "beautifully fluffy".

This recipe for buttery seasoned rice shared on Nagi Maehashi's food blog is a quick and easy way to upgrade your rice. While the involves various seasonings, the key ingredient that will really top it all of and enhance the side dish is butter.

• 2 cups of long grain white rice
• 3 1/4 cups of water
• 2 tsp chicken power
• 1 tsp garlic power
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 50g / 3tsp butter, unsalted (or more)

For those who prefer to cook their rice using a rice cooker, then you can still use this recipe. All you need to do is pop in the same ingredients into your rice cooker and cook it using the manufacturer directions, and then stir through the butter at the end.