Orange Rice Rice Cooker

Infuse your meals with a burst of citrusy brightness with this easy and flavorful Orange Rice made effortlessly in a rice cooker! This vibrant side dish combines the natural sweetness of fresh orange juice, the subtle zing of orange zest, and a hint of cinnamon warmth for a unique spin on your everyday rice. With just five minutes of prep time, this recipe delivers perfectly fluffy rice that’s lightly buttered and seasoned to perfection. Finished with a garnish of fresh parsley or cilantro, it pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled seafood, or vegetarian mains. Whether you're looking to elevate your weeknight dinner or impress guests with a unique twist, this Orange Rice is a fragrant and colorful addition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice (uncooked, rinsed)
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Add the rinsed rice to the rice cooker pot.

Step 3

Pour in the fresh orange juice and water, ensuring the liquid covers the rice evenly.

Step 4

Add the orange zest, butter, salt, and ground cinnamon (if using) to the pot.

Step 5

Stir everything gently to combine, making sure the butter is evenly distributed.

Step 6

Close the rice cooker lid and start the cooking cycle according to your rice cooker’s settings.

Step 7

Once the rice is cooked and the rice cooker switches to the ‘warm’ setting, let the rice sit for 5 minutes to steam and absorb all the flavors.

Step 8

Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains.

Step 9

Transfer the orange rice to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro for a bright and fresh touch.

Step 10

Serve warm as a flavorful side dish and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(345.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	839.9

Total Fat 12.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 1260.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 161.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.5g
Protein 14.5g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 81.0mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 257.4mg	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: 14.1%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 78.9%