Coriander Rice

Transform your meals with the vibrant, herbaceous flavors of Coriander Rice—a fragrant and easy-to-make dish that will elevate your dinner table. This recipe combines fluffy basmati rice with fresh coriander leaves, aromatic cumin seeds, and a zesty touch of lime juice for a refreshing twist. Sautéed onions, garlic, ginger, and a hint of green chili add layers of depth and spice, creating a perfectly balanced taste profile. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot dish is ideal as a delightful side to curries, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables, or as a satisfying stand-alone vegetarian meal. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering, Coriander Rice is sure to impress with its vibrant color and exquisite flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 1 cup fresh coriander leaves
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 small onion
• 2 medium garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 1 small green chili
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak it in water for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the fresh coriander leaves and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and slice the onion thinly. Mince the garlic cloves and ginger. Slice the green chili finely.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan or deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, ginger, and green chili to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions are soft and golden.

Step 7

Stir in the soaked and drained rice, and sauté for another 2 minutes to coat the rice with the fragrant oil.

Step 8

Add 2 cups of water and salt to the rice mixture. Stir once and bring to a boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to steam.

Step 11

Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the chopped coriander leaves and lime juice.

Step 12

Serve hot as a fragrant and flavorful side dish or a light main meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	618.2

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2506.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 15.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 293.2mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 1761.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 49.8%