Curried Rice

Elevate your mealtime with this aromatic and vibrant Curried Rice recipe, a perfect blend of fluffy basmati rice, warm spices, and a pop of color from fresh cilantro and peas. Infused with bold flavors from curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and a hint of cinnamon, this dish strikes the perfect balance between fragrant and savory. Sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger form a flavorful base, while the combination of whole spices like bay leaf and a cinnamon stick adds depth to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this turmeric-hued dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it ideal as both a flavorful side dish or a vegetarian main course. Whether paired with your favorite curry or served solo, this curried rice is sure to become a staple in your home-cooked meal rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Basmati rice
• 3 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Curry powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 stick Cinnamon stick
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the onion, stirring frequently for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the curry powder, ground cumin, salt, turmeric, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously to coat the onion mixture with the spices.

Step 5

Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan, stirring gently to combine it with the spiced onion mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the water, stir, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for about 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and water is absorbed.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam and become fluffy.

Step 9

Remove the lid carefully, discard the bay leaf and cinnamon stick, and fluff the rice gently with a fork.

Step 10

Mix in the frozen peas and chopped cilantro, folding them through the rice gently. The steam from the rice will heat the peas.

Step 11

Serve the curried rice hot as a side dish or a main course, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1489.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	827.6

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6510.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 24.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.9mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 1049.6mg	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: 31.5%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 57.2%