📖 Instructions

1. First, let's get that garlicky goodness going! In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter (or a drizzle of olive oil for a vegan version) over medium heat. Pro-tip: don't let the butter brown too much!
2. Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic (depending on how much you LOVE garlic – I’m a 3-clove kinda gal!). Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Your kitchen should be smelling pretty amazing right about now.
3. Stir in 1 cup of cooked rice (day-old rice works GREAT for this!). Make sure to break up any clumps. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and nicely coated with the garlic butter.
4. Season the rice with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Feel free to get creative here! A dash of red pepper flakes adds a nice kick.
5. Now for the parfait assembly! In a glass or bowl, layer half of the garlic rice. The glass lets you see all the layers, which makes it more fun to eat, IMO. Think of it as a deconstructed sushi bowl.
6. Top the rice with a generous dollop of plain yogurt (Greek yogurt works best for its thickness, but any plain yogurt will do). Aim for about 1/2 cup. And if you are feeling wild, try using coconut yogurt.
7. Add another layer of the remaining garlic rice.
8. Finish with another dollop of yogurt. Now comes the fun part: toppings!
9. Get creative with your toppings! Some of my favorites include: chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, cilantro), a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, toasted sesame seeds, chopped cucumber, diced avocado, a fried egg (seriously, try it!), everything bagel seasoning, sriracha. The possibilities are endless! Don't be afraid to experiment with what you have on hand.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your savory breakfast masterpiece! You can also make the garlic rice ahead of time and assemble the parfait in the morning for a quick and easy breakfast.