Brown Basmati Rice With Lemon

1 Tbsp Canola Oil
2 Cloves Garlic, crushed or minced
3 Tbsp Shallots, finely chopped
2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1/2 Tbsp Lemon zest
1/2 Tsp Sugar
1 Tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 Cup Della Brown Basmati Rice
2 1/2 Cups Vegetable or Chicken Stock
Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper to taste
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Heat the oil in a medium pot (with a lid), over medium high heat. Add the garlic and shallots and cook stirring constantly for 1 minute or until the garlic starts to brown.

Add the rice, vegetable or chicken stock, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and parsley. Stir well. Season with salt and pepper, cover pot and reduce heat to medium low. Let the rice cook for 35-40 minutes, stirring half way through or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is cooked.