Rice is a staple food all over the world. It can be cooked in many ways and served as a side dish, main dish, or even dessert.
There are many rice recipes out there, so find one that you like and try it out!
1. Cilantro Lime Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. cumin
- 1/4 tsp. chili powder
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp. lime juice
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
Instructions:
- Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the rice and return to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until tender. *Drain in a colander and rinse with cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, corn, salt, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and cilantro. Mix well and set aside. *If using instant rice, omit this step.
- Heat a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of the oil. Place half of the rice mixture into the pan and press down lightly with a spatula. Cook for 2 minutes, pressing down lightly with a spatula to flatten the rice.
- Flip over and cook for another 2 minutes, pressing down lightly with the spatula to flatten the rice.
- Repeat with the remaining rice mixture. Serve hot.
2. Egg Fried Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Instructions:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, bell peppers, garlic, ginger, and pepper and cook until the vegetables are tender about 5 minutes.
- Add the rice and cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer until the rice is coated with the vegetables and spices.
- Stir in the eggs and broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed. Serve hot.
3. Kimchi Fried Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup kimchi, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 green onion, chopped
Instructions:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onions and bell pepper in the oil until softened. Add the garlic and chili paste and cook for 1 minute longer.
Add the coriander and cumin and cook for 1 minute longer. Stir in the cooked white rice and kimchi. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the soy sauce and green onion. Serve hot.
4. Red Beans and Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups cooked black beans
- Juice of 1 lime
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the rice and beans and bring to a simmer. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and cilantro and serve hot.
5. Shrimp Fried Rice
Ingredients:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed and drained
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, cook rice according to package instructions. When done, fluff with a fork and add eggs, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Stir well to combine. Serve shrimp mixture over rice.
6. Sticky Rice Mango
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sticky rice
- 1 mango, diced
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
Instructions:
- Cook the sticky rice according to the package instructions.
- Mix the cooked rice with the diced mango and honey or agave syrup in a bowl. Stir until everything is well coated. Serve immediately.
Conclusion
There are many delicious rice recipes to choose from. Whether you are looking for something simple and quick, or something more complex, there is definitely a recipe out there for you.
Why not try out a few different ones and find your favorite?
